Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic - $600,000 to $1,100,000 per year in Bakersfield, CA

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine | Surgery - Orthopedic
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Employer: Curative
Pay: $600,000 to $1,100,000 per year
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Orthopedic Sports Surgery Opportunity | Central Valley, CA | $1M+ Potential | Partnership Track

Join a premiere physician-owned and physician-led surgical group in California's Central Valley. Step into an established, 100% sports-surgery practice featuring immediate athletic coverage, block OR time, zero mandatory call, and an accelerated path to partnership.

Position Highlights

• 100% Physician-Owned & Led: Practice medicine free from hospital bureaucracy and corporate healthcare mandates.
• Pure Sports Focus & Team Coverage: Step directly into a 100% sports practice as Team Physician for local university athletic departments, area high schools, and regional sports programs-no general ortho overflow.
• Surgical Efficiency: Premier block OR time, elite surgical teams, and dedicated PA support to maximize your volume and outcomes.
• $1M+ Partnership Track: Rapid, clear path to full partnership, with current partners earning $1M+ annually through practice and ancillary income.
• Zero Required Call: True off-duty peace of mind with no mandatory call responsibilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Package: Negotiable base salary with RVU bonuses, signing bonus, and relocation assistance.
• Full Benefits: Malpractice with tail, 401(k) match, health/dental/vision, CME stipend, and generous PTO.
• 2 - 3 year partnership track with partners earning millions annually

Candidate Requirements

• US residency training in Orthopedic Surgery with Board Certification or Board Eligibility
• US Fellowship training in Sports Medicine required (Open to 2027 fellows)

Live & Practice in California's Central Valley

• Located one hour from Los Angeles County, Kern County offers a population of more than 1,000,000 with a combination of affordability, accessibility, and amenities.
• Families benefit from excellent public and private schools, while the nearby Sierra Nevada Mountains provide opportunities for hiking, biking, and skiing.
• The coast, Los Angeles, Sequoia National Park, and Yosemite are all within reach for weekend trips, and a regional airport provides direct flights to major cities across the West.