Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic - $400,000 to $1,300,000 per year in Bakersfield, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Orthopedic Location: Bakersfield, CA Employer: Curative Pay: $400,000 to $1,300,000 per year Start Date: ASAP About the PositionLocumJobsOnline is working with Curative to find a qualified Orthopedic Surgery MD in Bakersfield, California, 93311!Orthopedic Total Joint / Adult Reconstructive SurgeryCentral Valley, California - 1 Hour from Los Angeles County$1M+ Earning Potential in Year OneA respected and well-established surgical group in California's Central Valley is seeking a fellowship-trained Total Joint/Adult Reconstructive Surgeon to join its high-volume practice. This opportunity offers strong subspecialty focus, a collaborative team environment, and a rapid path to partnership, with the autonomy to shape your practice and the income potential to exceed $1 million annually.What's In It For You?Subspecialty-Focused Practice: Join a seasoned team of surgeons with a dedicated volume of total joint cases and blocked OR timeFlexible Workweek: Balanced clinic and surgical schedule with ample support staff to maximize efficiencyHigh-Income Potential: Guaranteed base salary (negotiable based on experience) plus RVU production incentives; quick partnership track with current partners earning $1M+ annuallyComprehensive Benefits & Perks: Full benefits package, signing bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment availableCandidate RequirementsUS Residency training in Orthopedic Surgery with Board-Certification/Board EligibilityUS Fellowship training in Total Joint/Adult Reconstructive Surgery is requiredOpen to 2026 and 2027 fellowsAbout the CommunityLocated in California's Central Valley, just one hour from Los Angeles County, this city of over 500,000 offers a rare combination of affordability, accessibility, and amenities. Families benefit from excellent public and private schools, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby Sierra Nevada Mountains. Weekends can be spent on the coast, exploring Los Angeles, or visiting iconic national parks like Sequoia and Yosemite. A regional airport provides direct flights to major cities across the West, making travel easy and convenient.Don't miss the chance to advance your practice on your terms - contact us to explore this role today.About CurativeFinding the right job shouldn’t be a hassle. We’re with you every step of the way.We are clinician-first. Empowered by Doximity, we know your time is valuable and keep things simple. We reach out only when necessary by keeping our interactions short and succinct. That way you can focus on what matters most, helping your patients.We are transparent. We’re upfront and don’t hide things from you. If we don’t have the answer, we’ll find it for you.We help you prepare each step. We know it’s a lot of work to keep track of every job application. We help you stay on track and ensure you are set up for success.Helping patients and living the life you want aren’t mutually exclusive, browse through our jobs and find the right fit for you.