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Organization:
SLH-Sutter Lakeside HospitalPosition Overview:
Sutter Lakeside Hospital is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon to join a well-established and collaborative orthopedic team serving Lake County and the surrounding communities. This is an excellent opportunity to build a busy practice with strong referral support while enjoying an exceptional quality of life in Northern California.Job Description:
The incoming physician will provide a full spectrum of orthopedic care, including clinic consultations, treatment planning, injections, fracture management, and surgical interventions. The practice receives referrals from both the hospital and community providers, allowing physicians to develop a diverse patient panel and maintain an active surgical practice.
Current patient volumes average 18 to 22 patients per day, including new consultations and follow-up visits. Responsibilities also include managing patient communications, reviewing referrals, medication refills, disability-related documentation, and cast and splint management. The practice does not treat spine cases or workers' compensation patients.
The orthopedic team currently consists of two physicians who foster a collegial and supportive work environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate is collaborative, patient-centered, and enjoys working closely with colleagues and hospital leadership to meet the needs of the community
EXPERIENCE:
- Experience diagnosing and treating a broad range of orthopedic conditions.
- Experience performing orthopedic surgical procedures and managing postoperative care.
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and ancillary teams.
- Excellent communication and patient relationship skills.
- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency program.
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Unrestricted California medical license, or ability to obtain one prior to employment.
- DEA certification or ability to obtain prior to start date.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements
Job Shift:
DaysSchedule:
Full TimeDays of the Week:
Monday - FridayWeekend Requirements:
OccasionallyBenefits:
YesUnions:
NoPosition Status:
ExemptWeekly Hours:
40Employee Status:
RegularSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $562,952.00 to $1,166,880.00 / annual salaryThe compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Skills Required
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency program
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
- Unrestricted California medical license, or ability to obtain one prior to employment
- DEA certification, or ability to obtain it prior to the start date
- Experience diagnosing and treating a broad range of orthopedic conditions
- Experience performing orthopedic surgical procedures and managing postoperative care
- Ability to collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and ancillary teams
- Excellent communication and patient relationship skills
- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
Sutter Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sutter Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Sutter Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with broad networks and strong wellness support. Family coverage is characterized as low-cost or nearly free in some plan options, reinforcing perceived value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include employer matching and, in some cases, a pension after a tenure threshold. Supplemental protections like life and disability insurance add to the overall financial security package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is framed as generous, with examples of sizable PTO allotments early in tenure. Additional supports such as flexible scheduling and leave programs contribute to a sense of time-off breadth.
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