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Full Time Permanent

Bakersfield, California · USA job

Orthopedics - Sports Medicine Physician

Curative

Bakersfield, California

Job description

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.


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