Orthopedic Surgeon — Chico, CA — $625k

Ortho Conditioning; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 625,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Full malpractice coverage

Job summary

Enloe Health in Chico, CA is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible, Fellowship-trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join our premier hospital-based practice in Northern California. Join a collaborative team at a Healthgrades “America’s 250 Best Hospitals” award-winner with a strong 1:1 work-life balance and high-volume clinical exposure.

The rotation offers half the year working, half the year off, with two surgeons on-site and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency.
• Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma completed or in-process.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• California medical license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Join a hospital-based trauma practice with four surgeons.
• Share on-call rotations and OR coverage per schedule.
• Provide high-volume orthopedic trauma care in Northern California.

Education

Orthopedic Surgery Residency

Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma

California State Medical License (eligibility)

Job description

Enloe Health Chico, CA Full Time $625k May 12, 2026 · May 12, 2026

Enloe Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible, Fellowship-trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join our premier, hospital-based practice in Northern California. Join a collaborative team of three fellowship-trained surgeons at a Healthgrades “America’s 250 Best Hospitals” award-winner. This position offers an exceptional 1:1 work-life balance, high-volume clinical exposure, and the financial security of a major medical center.

The Opportunity: Work Half the Year, Earn Full-Time Pay

Step into a well-oiled Ortho-Trauma machine. This role is designed for surgeons who value clinical excellence without the administrative burden of private practice.

• Elite Volume: Level II Trauma Center serving a six-county region of 400,000+ residents.
• Support System: 24/7 Physician Assistant coverage for clinic/ER/Inpatient consults, plus 12-hour PA surgical assist coverage (M-F).
• Infrastructure: Dedicated Orthopedic clinic staffed with APPs, technicians, and non-surgical Orthopedists.
• Zero Overhead: Focus entirely on patient care while the hospital manages the business operations.

Job Description & Schedule

We are adding a 4th surgeon to our established group. The schedule is equally split among the four surgeons, providing an unparalleled lifestyle:

• The Rotation: Work half the month/year; have half the month/year off.
• Daily Flow: Two surgeons are always on-site (1 Call, 1 Back-Up).
• Call Shifts (24 hrs): Covering OR cases and ER/Inpatient consults.
• Back-Up Shifts (Avg 6-8 hrs): Covering rounds, clinic, and overflow OR cases.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency.
• Successful completion of a Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Possession of or eligibility for a California State Medical License.
• Salary: Estimated annual compensation range of $625,000 – $650,000.
• Bonuses: Generous Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance.
• Protection: Full Medical Liability Malpractice costs covered by the medical center.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and CME allowance.

Why Join Enloe Health?

Beyond the competitive salary and elite trauma volume, Enloe Health offers a culture of “quality, compassionate, cost-effective care.”

• Proven Excellence: Ranked as one of the top 250 hospitals in the nation (Healthgrades 2024).
• Work-Life Integration: Our unique scheduling allows you to truly disconnect during your time off to enjoy the California lifestyle.
• The Location: Chico is a hidden gem. Home to Bidwell Park (one of the largest municipal parks in the US), it offers 300 days of sunshine, a sophisticated college-town atmosphere via CSU Chico, and zero “big city” commute times. You are a short drive from Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and San Francisco.

About Enloe Health

Enloe Health is a 298-bed, Level II trauma center and the largest medical center in the region. As the only acute care facility in a metropolitan area of 100,000+, we serve as the vital healthcare hub for Northern California.

Ready to elevate your career and your lifestyle? Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter through the Career Portal .

Enloe Health is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a diverse medical staff.

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