Opportunity Information 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 Qualifications 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. Join Us and Enjoy Guaranteed Salary Relocation stipend up to $20,000 Sign on bonus up to $50,000 Benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision Robust retirement program A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle Organization Details Sutter Lakeside Hospital is nestled in the beautiful mountain ranges of Lake County and is a 25-bed critical access hospital. The critical access designation by the federal government ensures access to healthcare services for residents of rural communities. Sutter Lakeside is the only trauma center and certified stroke center in Lake County and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Our clinicians are dedicated to providing the highest quality and most complete health care possible to the people in the communities we serve. Community Information The City of Lakeport in beautiful Lake County is located in the heart of Northern California's wine country just north of the San Francisco Bay Area. Lakeport is located along the west shore of Clear Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in California. Clear Lake is 68 square miles, offering premier boating and fishing experience. There is no shortage of other fun activities: hiking, biking, antiquing, off-roading, camping, bird watching, excellent restaurants, breweries, and wine tasting are some of the local activities. With over 30 wineries and 9,000+ acres of vineyards Lake County is one of the fastest-growing winemaking regions in America. Equal Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.