Orthopedic Surgery Hand or Shoulder/Elbow

Kaiser Permanente - The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. -Northern California; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 640,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home loan program

Moving allowance

Education stipend

PSLF eligible

Malpractice tail insurance

Paid holidays & sick leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente / The Permanente Medical Group in Fresno invites fellowship-trained Orthopedic Hand or Upper Extremity Surgeon to join a collegial team. The role emphasizes elective Hand/Shoulder/Elbow surgery, with a blend of OR time and clinic cases in a physician-led system.

You will benefit from comprehensive compensation, extensive benefits, research and teaching opportunities, and a strong work-life balance within TPMG’s large Northern and Central California network.

Qualifications

• Fellowship-trained orthopedic hand/upper extremity surgeon.
• Board certification or eligibility.
• Must be eligible to obtain a CA medical license or be currently licensed to practice within CA.

Responsibilities

• Lead elective Hand/Shoulder/Elbow surgeries as part of a collaborative team.
• Work closely with six physician assistants and other staff to optimize patient care.
• Engage in teaching, research, and leadership opportunities within a physician-led system.
• Support work-life balance through flexible schedules and strong practice support.

Education

Fellowship in Hand Surgery or Upper Extremity

Job description

Orthopedic Hand or Shoulder/Elbow Surgeon Opportunity in Fresno, CA with Kaiser Permanente

Leading the future of health care

Kaiser Permanente / The Permanente Medical Group

FRESNO Hand or Shoulder/Elbow

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Hand or Upper Extremity Surgeon to join our collegial team in Fresno. TPMG provides a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership in a physician-led organization committed to quality care and work-life balance.

Position Highlights

1. Team Composition: 8 surgeons 2 Hand, 2 Total Joint, 2 Sports, 1 Trauma), 1 Non-op Sports
2. Collaborative Model: Work closely with 6 experienced Physician Assistants
3. Surgical Focus: Elective Shoulder/ Elbow/ Hand Surgery Practice. Procedures can be done in Main OR surgical suite vs. Procedure time in the clinic for appropriate cases.
4. OR Time: 3-4 days per month + additional Elective Procedure time in the office.
5. Call Schedule: ~3-4 days per month (Community level trauma)

Practice Environment

• Supportive Infrastructure: Large support teams for surgical coordination including Medical Assistants, Surgical Schedulers, Hand Therapists, Surgical assistants, and clinic support staff capable of assisting in office-based procedures.
• Educational and Leadership Opportunities: Rotation Site for medical students from California Health Sciences University. Opportunities to get involved with medical student training, research, regional projects and collaboration, and leadership.

Lifestyle & Benefits

1. Location: Located in the heart of California, Fresno County possesses unmatched natural beauty and outdoor recreations - but it also features the metropolitan amenities of Fresno, the state's fifth largest city. In addition, the community is culturally diverse, offers extensive activities and access to amazing schools.
2. Work-Life Balance: Generous time off and comprehensive benefits
3. Career Growth: Opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership
4. Group Culture: Strong community connections and team collaboration.

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. is one of the largest medical groups in the nation with over 10,000 physicians, 21 medical centers, numerous clinics throughout Northern and Central California and an 80-year tradition of providing quality medical care.

Requirements:

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

With TPMG you'll benefit from:

• AI-Base charting and an outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management.
• Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support.
• We can focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing. No RVUs!
• We are Physician-led and develop our own leaders.

EXTRAORDINARY BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Northern California Home Loan Program - up to $250,000 available for down payment, interest free for 10 years, and NO PAYMENTS until end of 10-year period
• Moving Allowance paid directly by TPMG - up to $10,000
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Malpractice and Tail Insurance
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and education leave, including paid time off for Board Certification exam
• Annual education stipend, along with reimbursed board examination fees and new CA Medical License fees
• Shareholder track
• Life Insurance and Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
• Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and 401(k)

Full-time annual salary range is $640,200 to $660,000 plus additional potential incentives up to $83,270*. Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available. *Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.

For more information regarding practicing with TPMG and applying, please visit: https://northerncalifornia.permanente.org/jobs/type/orthopedic-surgery

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