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MultiCare Health System
Tacoma, Washington

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$809k-$838k

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Job Description

Join a Team That Shares Your Calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

Join a high-performing, rapidly expanding orthopedic team at Tacoma General Hospital, a regional referral center for complex, high-acuity trauma cases across Washington state. Candidates will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that includes physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and orthopedic resident trainees.

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Schedule: Variable

What We Have to Offer

  • Competitive compensation: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation.
  • Top-tier benefits: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail).
  • Generous time off: Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance.
  • Career growth: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities.
  • Wellness support: Access to mental health services and wellness coaching.
  • Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community.

Please contact Carla Voss with questions: carla.voss@multicare.org

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Position Summary

The Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon plays a critical role in the emergency and long-term care of patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries. They work as part of a multidisciplinary team—including Emergency Physicians, Trauma Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, and Rehabilitation Specialists—to provide rapid assessment, surgical intervention, and recovery planning for traumatic orthopedic injuries.

The Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon specializes in managing severe fractures, joint dislocations, soft tissue injuries, and other musculoskeletal trauma resulting from accidents, falls, or high-impact events. They perform advanced procedures such as fracture fixation, limb reconstruction, and soft tissue repair while guiding post-surgical rehabilitation to restore function and mobility. Additionally, they collaborate with emergency and critical care teams to stabilize patients and develop individualized recovery strategies. Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and diagnose patients with musculoskeletal disorders and injuries
  • Perform surgical procedures, including joint replacements, fracture repairs, and soft tissue reconstructions
  • Educate patients about surgical and non-surgical treatment options
  • Maintain accurate patient records and adhere to hospital policies and industry regulations
  • On Call rotation with the provider group. Requirements
  • Board certified/eligible at time of employment
  • Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment
  • DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
  • Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association
  • Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship or substantial experience in complex trauma surgery.

About Tacoma General Hospital

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care.

Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

About the Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the Local Community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and Education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and Support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living Our Values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for All

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest Lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $809,000.00 - $838,133.00 USD.

However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.

If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

Key Responsibilities

The surgeon evaluates and treats patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries through surgical intervention and recovery planning. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide rapid assessment and stabilization for traumatic orthopedic cases.

Requirements

Candidates must be board certified or eligible and hold a valid medical license in the state of Washington. An Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship or substantial experience in complex trauma surgery is required.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Orthopedic surgeryJoint replacementPatient diagnosisMultidisciplinary collaborationEmergency careClinical documentation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at MultiCare Health System a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery — ranked against 335 active Orthopedic Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$824k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $770k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$824k midpoint, that is roughly $33k–$58k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution9 jobs · 7 employers

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution9 jobs · 7 employers

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

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Sutter Health · Lakeport, California

$563k-$1167k
#2

Orthopedic Surgeon - Total Joint

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$627k-$737k
#3

Physician - Orthopedic Trauma Surgery - Duluth, MN

$622k
#4

Orthopedist / Orthopedic Surgeon Pittsburgh PA

$520k–$600k
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.1
Better work-life than 80% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 335 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes call

Living in Tacoma

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$488k≈ 0.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,740/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About MultiCare Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Tacoma, WA
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
CME Allowance
Retirement Plans
Malpractice Insurance with Tail
Generous PTO
Student Loan Repayment
Leadership Training