Orthopedic Surgery General/Total Joint

Total Joint Surgeon

Join Kaiser Permanente as a Total Joint Surgeon in Salinas, CA. This opportunity allows you to lead the future of health care while developing a total knee and total hip practice in a community nestled between majestic redwood forests and the beach, known for surfing, mountain biking, and hiking.

Job Description

• Looking for a BC/BE general orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in developing a total knee/total hip practice.
• Proficiency in anterior total hip replacement is a plus.
• Must be comfortable with fracture care and management of general orthopaedic issues until your practice grows.
• Revision total joint experience is not necessary, as those patients can be referred to other Total Joint Fellowship trained specialists in our group as necessary.
• You will be joining our satellite orthopaedic group in Santa Cruz County with some participation in the Central Coast (Salinas and Marina).
• OR is 1 day per week. Mako robot is available.
• Currently, there is no need for ER call; however, the candidate must be open to possibly taking general orthopaedic ER call at a local (level 3) community hospital in the future.
• Hand and trauma cases can be referred to other appropriate partners in San Jose as needed.
• Our goal is to continue building a core group of orthopaedic providers as we expand our services both in Santa Cruz County and the Central Coast.

Requirements

• Board Certification or Eligibility
• Must be eligible to obtain a CA medical license or be currently licensed to practice within CA

Benefits

• Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support.
• Focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing. No RVUs!
• Commitment to a culture of equity and inclusion by hiring physicians who reflect the people we serve.
• Multi-specialty collaboration with a mission-driven integrated health care delivery model.
• Outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management.
• Very rich and comprehensive Physician Health & Wellness Program.
• Physician-led organization that develops its own leaders.
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, physician leadership, and community service.

Extraordinary Benefits

• Competitive compensation and an incredible benefits package, including comprehensive vision, medical, and dental.
• Interest Free Home Loan Program up to $250,000 (approval required).
• Relocation Assistance up to $10,000 (approval required).
• PSLF Eligible Employer.
• Malpractice and Tail Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Optional Long-Term Care Insurance.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and education leave.
• Shareholder track.
• Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and matched 401(k).

Compensation Information

Full-time annual salary range is $582,000 to $600,000 plus additional potential incentives up to $70,830. Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available. Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.