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Modesto, California

Physician, Orthopedic Surgery - OrthoMed Center (Sacramento, CA)

Orthopedic SurgeryFull-Time

Listed compensation

$600k-$650k

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter seeks to hire a BE/BC Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery to join OrthoMed Center, a respected and growing private orthopedic practice in Modesto, California.

This is an exceptional opportunity to establish and grow a high-demand upper extremity practice within one of the region's premier orthopedic groups serving California's Central Valley.

The incoming surgeon will focus on the diagnosis and treatment of hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow conditions, including traumatic injuries, peripheral nerve disorders, tendon pathology, arthritis, fracture care, sports-related injuries, and complex reconstructive procedures. Shoulder care is not required.

  • Highlights Include
  • Dedicated Hand & Upper Extremity practice
  • Established referral network throughout the Central Valley
  • Immediate patient demand with opportunity to ramp up quickly
  • Strong collaboration with orthopedic trauma, sports medicine, total joint, foot & ankle, and spine specialists
  • Broad case mix including elective, traumatic, and reconstructive upper extremity surgery
  • Primarily focused on Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, with the flexibility to participate in general orthopedic call based on individual interest and practice preferences
  • Access to modern surgical facilities and advanced technology
  • Physician autonomy within a successful private practice environment
  • Partnership track opportunity

Competitive Compensation and Comprehensive Benefits Package

Excellent quality of life with convenient access to the Bay Area, Sierra Nevada, and California's Central Coast

Qualifications

  • MD or DO
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Fellowship training in Hand Surgery or Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery
  • CAQ in Surgery of the Hand preferred
  • Eligible for California medical licensure
  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • Income guarantee for the first 2 years.
  • Potential to participate in surgery center partnership.
  • Benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
  • A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle

Organization Details

OrthoMed Center is a physician-led orthopedic practice dedicated to providing comprehensive musculoskeletal care to patients throughout California's Central Valley. The group offers a full spectrum of orthopedic specialties and has built a reputation for clinical excellence, exceptional patient outcomes, and personalized care. Surgeons benefit from a collaborative culture, established referral relationships, and the flexibility and autonomy of private practice.

For more information on the practice please visit orthomedcenter.com

Community Information

Located in Modesto, California, this opportunity offers an affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, and the Monterey coastline. Modesto provides the ideal balance of professional opportunity, family-friendly living, and outdoor recreation.

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.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will diagnose and treat a wide range of hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow conditions, including traumatic injuries and complex reconstructive procedures. They will also participate in a collaborative orthopedic practice environment with the flexibility to engage in general orthopedic call.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Reconstructive surgeryPatient careSurgical proceduresArthritis treatmentTrauma surgery

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$625k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $565k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 336 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Modesto

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$436k≈ 0.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,021/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.1
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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

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About Sutter Health

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Sacramento, California
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision
Income Guarantee for First 2 Years
Partnership Track
Surgery Center Partnership Potential