Physician - Workers' Compensation
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Job Description
Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Florida Innovation Tower - Orlando, FL 32804Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Doctoral Degree (M.D.)Job Shift: Flexible ScheduleJob Category: PhysicianPosition Summary: We are seeking a qualified Orthopedic Musculoskeletal Physician to join our practice with a sole focus on Florida Workers' Compensation patients.
The ideal candidate may be a board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon, though non-surgical orthopedic musculoskeletal physicians with Workers Compensation experience are also encouraged to apply.
This position offers a consistent Workers' Compensation patient base, strong administrative support, and an opportunity to focus on high-quality patient care without the complexity of mixed payer models.
Responsibilities Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic injuries related to workplace accidents Provide medical opinions consistent with Florida Workers' Compensation statutes Perform orthopedic surgeries as indicated (if applicable) Determine Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) and assign impairment ratings when appropriate Develop and manage treatment plans, including referrals for diagnostic testing or intreqeutic treatment Maintain timely and accurate medical documentation and reports Collaborate with case managers, employers, and legal representatives as required
Qualifications
MD or DO with completion of an accredited orthopedic residency Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery (preferred) Active or eligible for Florida medical license Knowledge of impairment ratings and Workers Comp documentation standards Excellent communication and documentation skills
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package Predictable Workers' Compensation caseload Administrative and scheduling support No general health insurance or personal injury cases Professional, team-oriented work environment How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter for confidential consideration.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
The physician will evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic injuries specifically for workers' compensation patients. Responsibilities include managing treatment plans, determining maximum medical improvement, and collaborating with legal and case management representatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed an accredited orthopedic residency. An active Florida medical license and board certification or eligibility in orthopedic surgery are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Workers' Compensation at Rothman Orthopaedics a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Orthopedic Surgery — ranked against 359 active Orthopedic Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context
Rothman Orthopaedics holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 19 active listings.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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