Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs in California
Orthopedic Surgeon jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated across major health systems, academic medical centers, and large multispecialty groups serving a population of nearly 40 million. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UC San Francisco Health, and Kaiser Permanente maintain significant orthopedic programs. Demand runs from fellowship-trained early-career surgeons through senior attending and department-lead roles, with the strongest need in sports medicine, joint replacement, and spine surgery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Northbay Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Joint Replacement Surgeon to join Northbay Napa Medical Group in the Napa Valley. This full-time, employed position supports the continued growth of an established, high-volume joint replacement program, with a focus on primary and revision hip and knee reconstruction and degenerative joint disease.
The physician will join an established practice with immediate patient demand and will practice primarily in Napa, with one to two clinic days per week in Vacaville/Fairfield. The role offers the opportunity to practice in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered environment that integrates surgical, non-surgical, and rehabilitative services. Physicians will have access to advanced surgical technology, modern facilities, and coordinated care pathways designed to optimize patient outcomes and experience.
Anticipated start date is Fall 2027. Orthopedic surgeons completing an Adult Reconstruction / Joint Replacement fellowship in 2027 are encouraged to apply.
Employment Type: Full-time 1.0 FTE, employed physician with Northbay Napa Medical Group
Location: Primarily Napa, with one to two days per week in Vacaville/Fairfield
Inpatient/Outpatient Responsibilities: Combination of outpatient clinic and inpatient surgical care
Call Ratio: Shared orthopedic call (primarily elective-focused with balanced coverage responsibilities). Five (5) days of hospital general orthopedic call per month are required during the income guarantee period.
Daily Patient Census: Average 15–25 clinic patients per day; 3–6 surgical cases per day
Equipment/Resources:
- Advanced operating suites with minimally invasive and joint replacement capabilities
- Access to on-site imaging and diagnostic services
- Integrated rehabilitation services including physical and occupational therapy
- Coordinated perioperative care pathways focused on rapid recovery and outcomes optimization
Caregiver Support:
Collaborative team including orthopedic surgeons, hospitalists, anesthesiologists, rehabilitation specialists, and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with hip and knee disorders, including osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, and post-traumatic conditions
- Perform primary and revision joint replacement procedures, including total hip and total knee arthroplasty
- Utilize minimally invasive surgical techniques and evidence-based perioperative care pathways
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating both operative and non-operative approaches
- Coordinate comprehensive care including rehabilitation and post-operative follow-up
- Participate in hospital general orthopedic call coverage as scheduled
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
- Build a sustainable joint replacement practice through active engagement with the hospital, referring providers, and the Napa Valley community
- Contribute to the development and growth of joint replacement and orthopedic service lines
- Educate patients and families on treatment options, procedures, and recovery expectations
- Supervise and collaborate with APPs and clinical staff
Clinical Scope & Services:
This role supports a comprehensive orthopedic platform, including:
- Joint replacement surgery (hip, knee, and revision procedures)
- Arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures
- Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons
- Non-operative therapies such as injections, medications, and guided rehabilitation
- Integrated services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and orthotic support
Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency
- Completion of an accredited fellowship in Adult Reconstruction / Joint Replacement (required)
- Demonstrated training and proficiency in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty
- Experience with minimally invasive techniques and modern joint replacement protocols preferred
- Exposure to high-volume or multidisciplinary orthopedic programs preferred
- Active and unrestricted California medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
- Willingness to participate in hospital general orthopedic call
- Strong commitment to quality outcomes, patient safety, and evidence-based care
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Physical Effort and Working Conditions:
Attendance is an essential function of the job.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Model: Total compensation of up to $895,000 in Years 1–2 includes;
- 2-year income guarantee of $716,537, plus production incentives
- Eligible for up to $50,000 sign-on bonus
- Eligible for up to $20,000 relocation reimbursement
- Eligible for retention bonuses starting in Year 2
- Paid hospital orthopedic call, in addition to the income guarantee
- $8,000 a year for CME and dues
- Medical, dental and retirement savings plans
- Beginning in Year 3, compensation moves to a production-based model with quality incentives and an APP supervision stipend
Interpersonal Skills and Values
Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
Why NorthBay Health
NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.
We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.
We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.
NorthBay Health Benefits Options
NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
Compensation Structure
NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.
Remote Work Disclosure
NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.
Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies
NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.
More Information
Visit NorthBay Health Careers for recruitment FAQs and additional information.
Northbay Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Joint Replacement Surgeon to join Northbay Napa Medical Group in the Napa Valley. This full-time, employed position supports the continued growth of an established, high-volume joint replacement program, with a focus on primary and revision hip and knee reconstruction and degenerative joint disease.
The physician will join an established practice with immediate patient demand and will practice primarily in Napa, with one to two clinic days per week in Vacaville/Fairfield. The role offers the opportunity to practice in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered environment that integrates surgical, non-surgical, and rehabilitative services. Physicians will have access to advanced surgical technology, modern facilities, and coordinated care pathways designed to optimize patient outcomes and experience.
Anticipated start date is Fall 2027. Orthopedic surgeons completing an Adult Reconstruction / Joint Replacement fellowship in 2027 are encouraged to apply.
Employment Type: Full-time 1.0 FTE, employed physician with Northbay Napa Medical Group
Location: Primarily Napa, with one to two days per week in Vacaville/Fairfield
Inpatient/Outpatient Responsibilities: Combination of outpatient clinic and inpatient surgical care
Call Ratio: Shared orthopedic call (primarily elective-focused with balanced coverage responsibilities). Five (5) days of hospital general orthopedic call per month are required during the income guarantee period.
Daily Patient Census: Average 15–25 clinic patients per day; 3–6 surgical cases per day
Equipment/Resources:
- Advanced operating suites with minimally invasive and joint replacement capabilities
- Access to on-site imaging and diagnostic services
- Integrated rehabilitation services including physical and occupational therapy
- Coordinated perioperative care pathways focused on rapid recovery and outcomes optimization
Caregiver Support:
Collaborative team including orthopedic surgeons, hospitalists, anesthesiologists, rehabilitation specialists, and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with hip and knee disorders, including osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, and post-traumatic conditions
- Perform primary and revision joint replacement procedures, including total hip and total knee arthroplasty
- Utilize minimally invasive surgical techniques and evidence-based perioperative care pathways
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating both operative and non-operative approaches
- Coordinate comprehensive care including rehabilitation and post-operative follow-up
- Participate in hospital general orthopedic call coverage as scheduled
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
- Build a sustainable joint replacement practice through active engagement with the hospital, referring providers, and the Napa Valley community
- Contribute to the development and growth of joint replacement and orthopedic service lines
- Educate patients and families on treatment options, procedures, and recovery expectations
- Supervise and collaborate with APPs and clinical staff
Clinical Scope & Services:
This role supports a comprehensive orthopedic platform, including:
- Joint replacement surgery (hip, knee, and revision procedures)
- Arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures
- Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons
- Non-operative therapies such as injections, medications, and guided rehabilitation
- Integrated services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and orthotic support
Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency
- Completion of an accredited fellowship in Adult Reconstruction / Joint Replacement (required)
- Demonstrated training and proficiency in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty
- Experience with minimally invasive techniques and modern joint replacement protocols preferred
- Exposure to high-volume or multidisciplinary orthopedic programs preferred
- Active and unrestricted California medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
- Willingness to participate in hospital general orthopedic call
- Strong commitment to quality outcomes, patient safety, and evidence-based care
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Physical Effort and Working Conditions:
Attendance is an essential function of the job.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Model: Total compensation of up to $895,000 in Years 1–2 includes;
- 2-year income guarantee of $716,537, plus production incentives
- Eligible for up to $50,000 sign-on bonus
- Eligible for up to $20,000 relocation reimbursement
- Eligible for retention bonuses starting in Year 2
- Paid hospital orthopedic call, in addition to the income guarantee
- $8,000 a year for CME and dues
- Medical, dental and retirement savings plans
- Beginning in Year 3, compensation moves to a production-based model with quality incentives and an APP supervision stipend
Interpersonal Skills and Values
Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
Why NorthBay Health
NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.
We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.
We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.
NorthBay Health Benefits Options
NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
Compensation Structure
NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.
Remote Work Disclosure
NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.
Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies
NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.
More Information
Visit NorthBay Health Careers for recruitment FAQs and additional information.
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Orthopedic Surgeon Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Concentra15
- Agile Occupational Medicine6
- Sutter Health2
- AbleCare Services2A
- CommonSpirit Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in orthopedic surgeon jobs across California.
- Active California Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Medical Board of California
- Completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency program, typically five years
- Board certification or active candidacy with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Fellowship training in a subspecialty such as sports medicine, spine, or joint reconstruction
- Current DEA registration and California Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System enrollment
- Active hospital privileges or eligibility for credentialing at California acute-care facilities
Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an orthopedic surgeon in California?
You must hold an active Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Medical Board of California, which requires graduation from an accredited medical school, completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency, and passage of all three steps of the USMLE or the COMLEX-USA series. California does not offer a separate endorsement pathway for orthopedic surgeons, so all applicants go through the same Medical Board licensure process before seeking hospital privileges or group practice credentialing.
How much do orthopedic surgeons make in California?
Orthopedic surgeons in California earn a median of about $253,430 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,660 for the lowest 10% to over $457,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire orthopedic surgeons in California?
Employers hiring orthopedic surgeons in California right now include Concentra, Agile Occupational Medicine, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's size means openings appear across large integrated systems, university health networks, and independent multispecialty groups concentrated in the major metros.
Which California cities have the most orthopedic surgeon jobs?
Sacramento, Lakeport, and Stockton have the most orthopedic surgeon openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its sheer population and the density of major hospital systems and academic centers anchored there, while San Francisco and San Diego reflect the strength of UC health networks and large regional health systems that support high-volume orthopedic programs.
Are there remote orthopedic surgeon jobs in California?
Yes, but they are rare. Orthopedic surgery is a hands-on procedural specialty requiring direct patient contact, operating room access, and on-site imaging review, which limits remote options to a narrow slice of the field. About 9% of orthopedic surgeon openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. The roles most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component involve telemedicine consultations, post-operative follow-up visits, or second-opinion review rather than primary surgical practice.
How can I get hired as an orthopedic surgeon in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a fellowship position at a California academic medical center immediately after residency, which converts directly to an attending role at the same institution for many candidates. Large California health systems such as Cedars-Sinai, UC San Diego Health, and Stanford Health Care run structured new-attending onboarding programs for fellowship graduates and occasionally offer employed positions to final-year residents. Candidates without fellowship training can improve competitiveness by pursuing provisional privileges at community hospitals in high-need regions such as the Central Valley or Inland Empire, where orthopedic access gaps create openings for early-career surgeons. Board certification candidacy status and an active California medical license are the minimum credentials that open these doors.
Where can I find and apply to orthopedic surgeon jobs in California?
You can find and apply to orthopedic surgeon jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, academic medical centers, and multispecialty groups. Find roles that fit your specialty, training level, and preferred region, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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