Orthopedic Surgeon - Total Hip & Joint Physician
Overview
- Location
- Palm Springs, California
- Schedule
- Monday through Friday, approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM · Shared orthopedic call approximately 1:7 with additional call compensation
- Practice
- Orthopedic practice located on the campus of Desert Regional Medical Center; outpatient surgery center accessible · Community hospital with Level I Trauma Center
Role summary
An employed fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction and total joint replacement is sought for a high-volume practice with balanced clinical and surgical duties. The position offers competitive pay, strong APP support, access to advanced surgical technology including MAKO robotic-assisted surgery, and call coverage at a Level I Trauma Center.
What the posting highlights
- Shared orthopedic call with additional call pay
- Care setting: Approximately 50% clinic and 50% surgical/operative
- Patient population: Adult patients requiring adult reconstruction and joint replacement surgeries
- APP collaboration or supervision is noted
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Compensation
- Compensation model
- Employed position with competitive compensation range based on experience, training, and qualifications; productivity and practice growth opportunities within an orthopedic market
- Bonus / incentives
- Sign-on bonus available; additional call compensation based on coverage requirements
Benefits named in the posting
- Paid time off
- CME allowance
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Health, dental, life insurance options
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Deferred compensation program
- Relocation assistance
Employer
Tenet Healthcare
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Orthopedic practice located on the campus of Desert Regional Medical Center; outpatient surgery center accessible
- Facility type
- Community hospital with Level I Trauma Center
- Trauma level
- Level I Trauma Center
- Patient population
- Adult patients requiring adult reconstruction and joint replacement surgeries
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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Questions to ask the employer
- Is $477,300–$832,300 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
- The posted range is wide — what specifically places a candidate at the top versus the bottom of it?
- How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Schedule
- Monday through Friday, approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Call burden
- Shared orthopedic call approximately 1:7 with additional call compensation
- Shift type
- Day shifts
- Patient volume
- High-volume practice with 30-50 patient encounters per clinic day
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Approximately 50% clinic and 50% surgical/operative
- Coverage model
- Shared orthopedic call with additional call pay
- FTE
- 1
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
- Visa sponsorship
- no
Source & Verification
- Source
- Official employer source
- First seen
- 3 wk ago
- Last verified
- yesterday
- Extraction confidence
- 95%
Full description
Why Join Us Join Desert Care Network Primary & Specialty Care at Desert Regional Medical Center , a premier regional referral center serving the Coachella Valley. This is an outstanding opportunity for a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Total Joint and Hip Surgeon to step into a high-demand, established practice with immediate patient volume, advanced surgical technology, strong APP support, and access to a robust orthopedic team. Practice in one of Southern California's most desirable destinations while enjoying the resources of a large health system and the autonomy of a thriving orthopedic program. Position Highlights Employed position with Desert Care Network Primary & Specialty Care. Established orthopedic practice located on the campus of Desert Regional Medical Center. Opportunity focused on adult reconstruction, total joint replacement, and hip surgery . New growth position due to increasing regional demand for orthopedic services. Monday through Friday schedule, approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM . Balanced practice with approximately 50% clinic and 50% surgical/operative responsibilities . High-volume practice with 30-50 patient encounters per clinic day . Shared orthopedic call of approximately 1:7 . Call coverage at a Level I Trauma Center , providing exposure to a broad spectrum of orthopedic cases. Additional call compensation available; call pay varies based on coverage requirements. Access to an outpatient surgery center conveniently located within walking distance of the clinic. Utilize MAKO robotic-assisted surgical technology at affiliated hospitals to support precision joint replacement procedures. Hospital privileges available at both Desert Regional Medical Center and JFK Memorial Hospital . Collaborate with a large and experienced orthopedic team consisting of orthopedic surgeons, physician assistants, medical assistants, and operational support staff. Strong APP support with multiple experienced physician assistants integrated into the orthopedic program. Immediate referral base and established patient demand throughout the rapidly growing Coachella Valley region. Ideal start date approximately 90 days following execution of an agreement. What We Offer Competitive compensation range of $477,300 - $832,300 annually , based on experience, training, and qualifications. Productivity and practice growth opportunity within a high functioning orthopedic market. Sign-on bonus available. Comprehensive benefits package. Paid time off and CME allowance. Malpractice insurance provided with tail coverage. Health, dental, life, plus additional insurance options. 401(k) with employer matching. Deferred compensation program. Relocation assistance. Candidate Requirements MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school. Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction, Total Joint Replacement, Hip & Knee Arthroplasty, or related specialty required. Eligible for unrestricted California medical licensure. Demonstrated expertise in primary and revision total joint procedures preferred. Experience utilizing robotic-assisted technology is welcomed. Strong commitment to quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, and collaborative care. Ability to obtain medical staff privileges at Desert Regional Medical Center and JFK Memorial Hospital. Residents and fellows are not currently being considered for this opportunity. Visa sponsorship is not available. Why Palm Springs Palm Springs offers a unique combination of year-round sunshine, resort-style living, and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy championship golf, luxury dining, hiking, arts and culture, and convenient access to Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and Southern California beaches. The Coachella Valley continues to experience significant population growth, creating sustained demand for specialty orthopedic services while providing an exceptional quality of life.