Orthopedic Surgeon Pediatrics in Oakland

Orthopedic Surgeon Pediatrics Opportunity in Oakland, CA with Kaiser Permanente

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Kaiser Permanente / The Permanente Medical Group

The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG) is seeking a full-time BE/BC Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join our team in the beautiful East Bay of Northern California.

This is a rare opportunity to develop purely pediatric orthopedic practice within TPMG. Our pediatric orthopedic practice is growing, and we are searching for a candidate with interest in a diverse practice, with needs in pediatric foot, hip, deformity, neuromuscular, syndromic, and fracture care.

The position will be based at the Oakland medical center, where pediatric subspecialists are part of a world class multi-specialty orthopedic group that provides all facets of orthopedic subspecialty care (pediatrics, complex trauma, arthroplasty, hip preservation, musculoskeletal oncology, trauma, hand, and sports).  At the Oakland medical center, our team benefits from collaboration with multiple Pediatric subspecialties including hospitalist pediatrics, pediatric surgery, pediatric anesthesiology, and the full spectrum of pediatric medical subspecialists.  Our team participates in multidisciplinary care clinics for our populations with skeletal dysplasia, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and neurofibromatosis. We have dedicated and daily Operating room block time for urgent pediatric surgery.

Our Pediatric Orthopedic practice includes a rich variety of patients with referrals from 15 regional orthopedics groups and pediatricians throughout the greater SF Bay Area. We are active in resident education and support the San Francisco Orthopedic Residency program. 

Full-time annual salary range is $582,000 to $600,000 plus additional potential incentives up to $73,080*. Salary range listed is based on a full-time schedule. Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available.  *Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. is one of the largest medical groups in the nation with over 10,000 physicians, 21 medical centers, numerous clinics throughout Northern and Central California and an 80-year tradition of providing quality medical care. 

Requirements:

• Board Certification or Eligibility
• Must be eligible to obtain a CA medical license or be currently licensed to practice within CA                                             

A FEW REASONS TO CONSIDER A PRACTICE WITH TPMG:

• Highly collaborative environment
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, physician leadership, and community service.
  • Our department works closely with residents and students
  • Research opportunities
  • Multiple leadership pathways
  • We are Physician-led and develop our own leaders
• Schedule flexibility
• Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support.
• We can focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing. No RVUs!
• We demonstrate our commitment to a culture of equity and inclusion by hiring physicians who reflect the people we serve. 
• Multi-specialty collaboration with a mission-driven integrated health care delivery model.
• An outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management.
• We have a very rich and comprehensive Physician Health & Wellness Program.

EXTRAORDINARY BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive vision, medical, and dental
• Interest Free Home Loan Program up to $250,000 (approval required)
• Relocation Assistance up to $10,000 (approval required)
• PSLF Eligible Employer
• Malpractice and Tail Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and education leave
• Shareholder track
• Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and 401(k)

For more information regarding practicing with TPMG and to apply, please visit: https://northerncalifornia.permanente.org/

We are an equal opportunity employer | VEVRAA Federal Contractor

The East Bay area, home of the flagship Oakland Medical Center and Richmond Medical Center, comprises 12 cities and municipalities within the Alameda County and the western section of Contra Costa County. From Kaiser Permanente’s inception in 1945, the nonprofit organization has led with innovation, beginning with its prepaid health care services offered to Richmond shipyard workers during World War II. Today, the Richmond and Oakland Medical Centers are home to about 700 physicians and 5,600 employees who serve over a quarter of a million members yearly. Kaiser Permanente strives to maintain a diverse workforce to reflect the needs of the community and is a leader in social responsibility with programs designed to keep you healthy and remain healthy. We take pride in offering the type of care we want for ourselves and our family members. May you live well, be well, and thrive!