Orthopedic Total Joint and Hip Surgeon

Desert Care Network Primary & Specialty Care at Desert Regional Medical Center is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Total Joint and Hip Surgeon to join their established practice in Palm Springs, California. This high-demand position offers immediate patient volume, advanced MAKO robotic surgical technology, and strong APP support within a large health system. The role focuses on adult reconstruction, total joint replacement, and hip surgery, providing a balanced practice with both clinic and surgical responsibilities.

Practice Info

• Employed position with Desert Care Network Primary & Specialty Care.
• Established orthopedic practice located on the campus of Desert Regional Medical Center.
• New growth position due to increasing regional demand for orthopedic services.
• High-volume practice with 30-50 patient encounters per clinic day.
• Shared orthopedic call of approximately 1:7.
• Access to an outpatient surgery center conveniently located within walking distance of the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Focus on adult reconstruction, total joint replacement, and hip surgery.
• Perform surgical/operative responsibilities.
• Provide clinic care.
• Take shared orthopedic call.
• Provide call coverage at a Level I Trauma Center.
• Utilize MAKO robotic-assisted surgical technology at affiliated hospitals.
• Collaborate with a large and experienced orthopedic team.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation range of $477,300 - $832,300 annually, based on experience, training, and qualifications.
• Productivity and practice growth opportunity.
• Sign-on bonus available.
• Additional call compensation available; call pay varies based on coverage requirements.
• Deferred compensation program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid time off.
• CME allowance.
• Malpractice insurance provided with tail coverage.
• Health, dental, life, plus additional insurance options.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Relocation assistance.

Shift & Schedule

• Monday through Friday schedule, approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Balanced practice with approximately 50% clinic and 50% surgical/operative responsibilities.

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.
• No visa sponsorship available.