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Fairfield, California

Orthopedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement - Napa (Full Time)

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

up to $895,000

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Job Description

Northbay Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Joint Replacement Surgeon to join Northbay Napa Medical Group in the Napa Valley. This full-time, employed position supports the continued growth of an established, high-volume joint replacement program, with a focus on primary and revision hip and knee reconstruction and degenerative joint disease.

The physician will join an established practice with immediate patient demand and will practice primarily in Napa, with one to two clinic days per week in Vacaville/Fairfield.

The role offers the opportunity to practice in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered environment that integrates surgical, non-surgical, and rehabilitative services.

Physicians will have access to advanced surgical technology, modern facilities, and coordinated care pathways designed to optimize patient outcomes and experience.

Anticipated start date is Fall 2027. Orthopedic surgeons completing an Adult Reconstruction / Joint Replacement fellowship in 2027 are encouraged to apply.

Employment Type: Full-time 1.0 FTE, employed physician with Northbay Napa Medical Group Location: Primarily Napa, with one to two days per week in Vacaville/Fairfield Inpatient/Outpatient Responsibilities: Combination of outpatient clinic and inpatient surgical care Call Ratio: Shared orthopedic call (primarily elective-focused with balanced coverage responsibilities). Five (5) days of hospital general orthopedic call per month are required during the income guarantee period.

Daily Patient Census: Average 15–25 clinic patients per day; 3–6 surgical cases per day

Equipment/Resources

  • Advanced operating suites with minimally invasive and joint replacement capabilities
  • Access to on-site imaging and diagnostic services
  • Integrated rehabilitation services including physical and occupational therapy
  • Coordinated perioperative care pathways focused on rapid recovery and outcomes optimization

Caregiver Support

Collaborative team including orthopedic surgeons, hospitalists, anesthesiologists, rehabilitation specialists, and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)

Qualifications

  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with hip and knee disorders, including osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, and post-traumatic conditions
  • Perform primary and revision joint replacement procedures, including total hip and total knee arthroplasty
  • Utilize minimally invasive surgical techniques and evidence-based perioperative care pathways
  • Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating both operative and non-operative approaches
  • Coordinate comprehensive care including rehabilitation and post-operative follow-up
  • Participate in hospital general orthopedic call coverage as scheduled
  • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
  • Build a sustainable joint replacement practice through active engagement with the hospital, referring providers, and the Napa Valley community
  • Contribute to the development and growth of joint replacement and orthopedic service lines
  • Educate patients and families on treatment options, procedures, and recovery expectations
  • Supervise and collaborate with APPs and clinical staff

Clinical Scope & Services

This role supports a comprehensive orthopedic platform, including:

  • Joint replacement surgery (hip, knee, and revision procedures)
  • Arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures
  • Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons
  • Non-operative therapies such as injections, medications, and guided rehabilitation
  • Integrated services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and orthotic support

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency
  • Completion of an accredited fellowship in Adult Reconstruction / Joint Replacement (required)
  • Demonstrated training and proficiency in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty
  • Experience with minimally invasive techniques and modern joint replacement protocols preferred
  • Exposure to high-volume or multidisciplinary orthopedic programs preferred
  • Active and unrestricted California medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Willingness to participate in hospital general orthopedic call
  • Strong commitment to quality outcomes, patient safety, and evidence-based care
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Physical Effort and Working Conditions

  • Attendance is an essential function of the job.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Model: Total compensation of up to $895,000 in Years 1–2 includes;

  • 2-year income guarantee of $716,537, plus production incentives
  • Eligible for up to $50,000 sign-on bonus
  • Eligible for up to $20,000 relocation reimbursement
  • Eligible for retention bonuses starting in Year 2
  • Paid hospital orthopedic call, in addition to the income guarantee
  • $8,000 a year for CME and dues
  • Medical, dental and retirement savings plans
  • Beginning in Year 3, compensation moves to a production-based model with quality incentives and an APP supervision stipend

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.

We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.

We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role.

Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.

Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

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Key Responsibilities

The surgeon will perform primary and revision hip and knee joint replacement procedures while managing a high-volume outpatient clinic and inpatient surgical care. They are responsible for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care and participating in shared orthopedic call coverage.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Hip arthroplastyMinimally invasive surgeryPatient diagnosisRevision surgeryMultidisciplinary collaborationClinical documentationPatient educationSurgical proceduresMusculoskeletal treatmentEvidence-based medicineTeam leadership

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 8,500 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $48 per wRVU — implying roughly $408k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

Orthopedic Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.0 / 10 · above average in orthopedic surgeryranked against 372 Orthopedic Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedOrthopedic Surgery median $725k (middle half $575k–$900k)32 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingCalifornia index 110.7US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Orthopedic Surgery listings in California48 active386 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Implied production pay~$408k$48/wRVU × 8,500 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (372 Orthopedic Surgery listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), CMS Physician Fee Schedule; as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 3.0
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 372 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About NorthBay Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Fairfield, CA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

2-year income guarantee $716,537
Production incentives
Sign-on bonus up to $50,000
Relocation reimbursement up to $20,000
Retention bonuses starting Year 2
Paid hospital orthopedic call
CME and dues $8,000/year
Medical, dental, vision

Living in Fairfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k≈ 0.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,425/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.5
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Vallejo, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.