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Posted 02 August, 2026

California Orthopedic Total Joint Surgeon Opportunity- Earn Millions

Curative
Bakersfield, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Orthopedic Total Joint / Adult Reconstructive Surgeon Opportunity - Central Valley, CA1M+ Earning Potential | Partnership Track

Join a well-established surgical group in California's Central Valley as a fellowship-trained Total Joint/Adult Reconstructive Surgeon. This opportunity offers a dedicated subspecialty practice with strong total joint volume, blocked OR time, and a clear path to partnership.


Why Join Us?

  • Total Joint-Focused Practice: Dedicated total joint case volume, blocked OR time, and a balanced clinic and surgical schedule
  • Autonomy With Support: Build your practice within a collaborative environment supported by experienced surgeons and dedicated staff to maximize efficiency
  • Partnership Opportunity: Transition into partnership through a quick pathway, with current partners earning 1M+ annually
  • Compensation & Benefits: Receive a guaranteed base salary (negotiable based on experience) plus RVU production incentives, signing bonus, relocation assistance, student loan repayment, and full benefits
Candidate Requirements

  • US residency training in Orthopedic Surgery with Board Certification or Board Eligibility
  • US Fellowship training in Total Joint/Adult Reconstructive Surgery required
  • Open to 2026 and 2027 fellows
Live and Practice in California's Central Valley

Located in California's Central Valley, approximately one hour from Los Angeles County, this community of more than 500,000 residents offers affordability with access to major metropolitan amenities. Families benefit from excellent public and private schools, while outdoor recreation includes hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby Sierra Nevada Mountains. Enjoy easy access to the coast, Los Angeles, Sequoia National Park, and Yosemite, with a regional airport providing convenient connections throughout the West.


Reach out today to learn more about this Total Joint/Adult Reconstructive Surgery opportunity and how it may align with your career goals.

Company Description

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.

Since the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.

Curative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.