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Posted 12 August, 2026

ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON

U.S. Army 1st Medical Recruiting Battalion
New York, NY, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

MAKE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF OUR NATION'S HEROES

As an Orthopedic Surgeon within our organization’s healthcare team, you will have the chance to master cutting-edge techniques and procedures currently shaping the field. From innovative bionic prosthetics to pioneering research in regenerative bone and tissue, our medical department is at the forefront of advancements that are transforming medicine and enhancing the outcomes of orthopedic surgeries. By joining our Medical Corps, you will contribute to the well-being of our Soldiers and the nation as a whole. Furthermore, you will benefit from unique opportunities such as participating in humanitarian missions, receiving leadership training, and enjoying competitive benefits. Come aboard and leverage your skills to push the limits of orthopedic surgery alongside like-minded professionals.

Potential Benefits Include:

  • Annual repayment of eligible education loans to your lending institution, over a maximum of three years during your service.

  • Depending on your specialty, you may qualify for an accessions bonus, distributed over a four-year service period.

  • Access to free or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family.

  • 30 days of paid vacation accrued each year.

  • Privileges for shopping at commissaries and post exchanges.

  • Enrollment in the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System.

  • Specialized training aimed at developing leadership skills in orthopedic medicine.

Qualifications:

  • A Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. medical or osteopathic school; foreign graduates may apply with a permanent certificate from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates.

  • A valid medical license to practice in the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.

  • Eligibility for board certification.

  • Completion of at least one year in an accredited graduate medical education internship.

  • Completion of a residency program in orthopedic surgery.

  • Ages between 21 and 42 (with waivers considered on an individual basis).

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.