As an Orthopedic Surgeon on the U.S. Army health care team, youll have the opportunity to learn the most advanced procedures and techniques performed today. From groundbreaking bionic prosthetics to regenerative bone and tissue research, the U.S. Army Medical Department is pioneering work that is changing medicine and improving the success rate of orthopedic surgery. When you join the Army Medical Corps, youll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large. Additionally, youll gain access to invaluable opportunities like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and competitive benefit packages. Join us and use your expertise to help expand the boundaries of orthopedic surgery alongside professionals who share your passion.
Army Reserve (Part-Time)
- Health professions special pay for physicians in eligible specialties
- A monthly stipend through the Specialized Training Assistance Program (STRAP) for physicians currently enrolled in an accredited residency program up to $2,540 per month
- Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP) which repays qualifying education loans to lending institutions up to $250,000
- Travel opportunities
- Enrollment in the Uniformed Services Blended Retirements System
- Low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
- Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
- Specialized training to become a leader in Orthopedic Surgery
Requirements:
- Doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates
- Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico
- Eligibility for board certification in Orthopedic Surgery
- Completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship
- Between 21 and 55 years of age
- U.S. citizenship- Full & Part-Time*
- Permanent U.S. residency- Part-Time Only*