Orthopedic Surgeon

Fairchild Medical Center is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join a growing orthopedic practice in Northern California. This is an opportunity to build a busy surgical practice with dedicated operating room access, strong clinical support, and a balanced schedule that allows physicians to focus on both operative and clinical care. Why Choose Fairchild Medical Center? Independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization serving Siskiyou County Established orthopedic service line with strong community demand Dedicated OR block time available Experienced support staff including Physician Assistants and clinical support personnel Modern equipment and full hospital resources available On-site and off-site physical therapy services to support patient recovery Access to outdoor recreation and the natural beauty of Northern California, including Mount Shasta Compensation & Benefits Total 2-Year Guaranteed Compensation (Base Productivity): $808,852 annually Four-year employment agreement Sign-on bonus: $100,000 Relocation assistance: $15,000 Student loan repayment: $100,000 per contract term Health insurance stipend: $3,000 per month Malpractice coverage provided by Fairchild Medical Center 401(k) voluntary contribution plan available Time Off 6 weeks of paid vacation 2 weeks of paid CME leave CME allowance of $5,000 annually Schedule & Practice Structure Proposed schedule: 4.5 days per week Clinic hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Typical physician schedule: 2 clinic days per week 2 operating room days per week Average clinic volume: 14-18 patients per day Common Procedures Total Knee Replacement Total Hip Replacement Knee Arthroscopy Carpal Tunnel Release Fracture Repair Procedures Typical Weekly Surgical Volume 2-4 total joint replacement procedures 6-8 additional orthopedic procedures Operating Room & Resources Dedicated OR block time Full hospital surgical resources available On-site imaging including X-ray and ultrasound Dedicated surgical first assist Physical therapy available both on-site and through community partners Staffing & Support 3 Physician Assistants 6 LVN/MA support staff members Dedicated surgical first assist Collaborative hospital and clinic support team Call Responsibilities Shared 1:3 call schedule Emergency Department call included within compensation package Additional compensation provided for patients seen in person while on call Qualifications MD or DO Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery Eligible for California medical licensure