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Physician, Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopedic Specialists of Sacramento (Sacramento, CA)

Orthopedic SurgeryFull-Time

Listed compensation

$700k-$800k

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

  • Sutter Independent Physicians (SIP) seeks to hire a BE/BC Orthopedic Surgeon to join a well-established practice in Sacramento, CA.
  • 100% Total Joints, general Ortho is optional
  • ER call not required
  • The only ortho group in town with all surgeons subspecialized
  • Large catchment area
  • Ability to ramp up practice quickly
  • Imaging and PT on site

Qualifications

Board certified/Board eligible

Join Us and Enjoy

  • Income guarantee between $600k-$700/yr 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

  • Orthopedic Surgery a private practice affiliated with Sutter Health is seeking to hire a total joints specialist to join their team of established and reputable orthopedic surgeons.
  • For more information on the practice please visit Orthopedic Specialists of Sacramento

Sutter Independent Physicians is an Independent Practice Association (IPA) of over 500 of the best private practice physicians affiliated with Sutter Health. SIP’s physicians offer primary and advanced specialty care and serve 100,000+ patients in the Placer, Sacramento, Solano, and Yolo counties. Sutter Independent Physicians' mission is to partner with independent practices to deliver efficient, innovative, and high-quality care to the Sacramento Valley.

Community Information

Sacramento, the capital city of California, offers an exceptional quality of life that makes it a great place to live. One of the standout features of Sacramento is its vibrant food scene.

Known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," the city boasts a plethora of restaurants, farmers' markets, and food festivals that celebrate fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

This culinary richness is complemented by a strong sense of community, where residents enjoy a variety of local events, cultural festivals, and community activities that foster a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

Additionally, Sacramento's strategic location provides easy access to some of California's most popular destinations.

Just a short drive away, you can find yourself in the bustling city of San Francisco, enjoying the world-class wine country of Napa Valley, or experiencing the stunning natural beauty of Lake Tahoe, which offers both winter sports and summer recreational activities.

The city's proximity to diverse landscapes means residents can easily enjoy the snow-capped mountains, scenic coastlines, and lush forests. Sports enthusiasts in Sacramento also have much to cheer about. The city is home to the Sacramento Kings, an NBA team that brings exciting basketball action to the Golden 1 Center.

Moreover, the recent relocation of the Oakland A's to Sacramento has added another layer of excitement for baseball fans. With its rich cultural scene, convenient location, and passionate sports culture, Sacramento truly stands out as a dynamic and desirable place to live.

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 perform orthopedic surgeries with a focus on total joint procedures within a well-established private practice. They will provide high-quality specialty care to patients in the Sacramento Valley region.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Total joints replacementPatient careClinical practiceMedical diagnosis

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Orthopedic Surgery - Orthopedic Specialists of Sacramento (Sacramento, CA) at Sutter Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery — ranked against 367 active Orthopedic Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc.

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 25.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$750k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $678k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Orthopedic Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.1 / 10 · top 25% in orthopedic surgeryranked against 367 Orthopedic Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$700k–$800kOrthopedic Surgery median $725k (middle half $625k–$865k)34 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$678k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Orthopedic Surgery listings in California44 active368 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia physician listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 28% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Orthopedic Surgery hiring demand#16 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 40 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 137 postings, 89 closed
New Orthopedic Surgery listings357 in the last 30 days192 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Orthopedic Surgery pay trend+25.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (367 Orthopedic Surgery listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

6 jobs · 5 employers
1
$400k
2
$520k
0
$610k-715k
3
$715k-820k

Annual compensation range

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#2

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$700k-$800k
#3

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#4

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$225-$250/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.1
Better work-life than 90% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 367 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Sutter Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Sacramento, California
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Income guarantee $600k-$700k for first 2 years
Potential surgery center partnership
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Positive work-life balance

Living in Sacramento

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$452k≈ 0.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,045/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
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 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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