Skip to main content
Posted 15 August, 2026

Orthopedic Surgery Shoulder/Elbow or Hand in Fresno

Kaiser Permanente - The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. -Northern California
Fresno, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Orthopedic Surgeon - Shoulder/Elbow or Hand in Fresno

Exciting Opportunity for an Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Shoulder/Elbow or Hand in Fresno, CA

Join Our Team in Fresno for Shoulder/Elbow or Hand Surgery

Our organization is in search of a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Hand or Upper Extremity to become part of our collaborative team in Fresno. We offer a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, and avenues for teaching, research, and leadership within a physician-led environment dedicated to quality care and a balanced work-life.

Position Highlights
  1. Team Structure: Comprising 8 surgeons (2 Hand, 2 Total Joint, 2 Sports, 1 Trauma, and 1 Non-operative Sports).
  2. Collaborative Approach: Work alongside 6 skilled Physician Assistants.
  3. Surgical Focus: Engage in elective surgeries for Shoulder, Elbow, and Hand. Procedures can be performed in the Main OR or in the clinic for suitable cases.
  4. Operating Room Schedule: 3-4 days per month, with additional elective procedure time available in the office.
  5. On-Call Duties: Approximately 3-4 days per month, primarily for community-level trauma.
Practice Environment
  • Robust Support System: Extensive support teams for surgical coordination, including Medical Assistants, Surgical Schedulers, Hand Therapists, Surgical Assistants, and clinic staff to assist with office-based procedures.
  • Educational and Leadership Roles: Participate as a rotation site for medical students from California Health Sciences University, with opportunities to engage in training, research, regional projects, and leadership initiatives.
Lifestyle & Benefits
  1. Location: Nestled in the heart of California, Fresno County boasts stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities, alongside the urban conveniences of Fresno, the state's fifth-largest city. The community is culturally rich, offering a variety of activities and access to excellent schools.
  2. Work-Life Balance: Generous time off and comprehensive benefits package.
  3. Career Advancement: Opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership development.
  4. Community Culture: Strong connections within the community and a collaborative team environment.

Our organization is among the largest medical groups in the country, with over 10,000 physicians, 21 medical centers, and numerous clinics across Northern and Central California, maintaining an 80-year legacy of delivering quality healthcare.

Requirements
  • Board Certification or Eligibility.
  • Must be eligible for a California medical license or currently licensed to practice in California.
Benefits of Joining Us
  • Advanced AI-based charting and an exceptional electronic medical record system that enhances patient management flexibility.
  • A practice focused on work-life balance, featuring flexible schedules and unparalleled support.
  • Concentrate on delivering excellent patient care without the burden of overhead and billing—no RVUs involved!
  • Physician-led organization that fosters the development of our own leaders.
Exceptional Benefits
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Northern California Home Loan Program offering up to $250,000 for down payments, interest-free for 10 years, with no payments required until the end of the 10-year term.
  • Moving allowance provided directly by our organization, up to $10,000.
  • Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
  • Malpractice and Tail Insurance coverage.
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and educational leave, including time off for Board Certification exams.
  • Annual education stipend, reimbursement for board examination fees, and new California Medical License fees.
  • Shareholder opportunities.
  • Life Insurance and optional Long-Term Care Insurance.
  • Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and a 401(k).

The annual salary range for this full-time position is between $640,200 and $660,000, with additional potential incentives of up to $83,270. Reduced schedules with prorated compensation may also be available. *Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.