$500K+
Orthopedic Surgeon
Fairchild Medical Center · Yreka, CA
Posted June 23, 2026
Fairchild Medical Center · 444 Bruce Street, Yreka, CA, US, 96097
Fairchild Medical Center is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join a growing orthopedic practice in Northern California. This is an opportunity to build a busy surgical practice with dedicated operating room access, strong clinical support, and a balanced schedule that allows physicians to focus on both operative and clinical care.
Why Choose Fairchild Medical Center?
- Independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization serving Siskiyou County
- Established orthopedic service line with strong community demand
- Dedicated OR block time available
- Experienced support staff including Physician Assistants and clinical support personnel
- Modern equipment and full hospital resources available
- On-site and off-site physical therapy services to support patient recovery
- Access to outdoor recreation and the natural beauty of Northern California, including Mount Shasta
Compensation & Benefits
- Total 2-Year Guaranteed Compensation (Base + Productivity): $808,852 annually
- Four-year employment agreement
- Sign-on bonus: $100,000
- Relocation assistance: $15,000
- Student loan repayment: $100,000 per contract term
- Health insurance stipend: $3,000 per month
- Malpractice coverage provided by Fairchild Medical Center
- 401(k) voluntary contribution plan available
Time Off
- 6 weeks of paid vacation
- 2 weeks of paid CME leave
- CME allowance of $5,000 annually
Schedule & Practice Structure
- Proposed schedule: 4.5 days per week
- Clinic hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Typical physician schedule:
- 2 clinic days per week
- 2 operating room days per week
- Average clinic volume: 14-18 patients per day
Common Procedures
- Total Knee Replacement
- Total Hip Replacement
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Fracture Repair Procedures
Typical Weekly Surgical Volume
- 2-4 total joint replacement procedures
- 6-8 additional orthopedic procedures
Operating Room & Resources
- Dedicated OR block time
- Full hospital surgical resources available
- On-site imaging including X-ray and ultrasound
- Dedicated surgical first assist
- Physical therapy available both on-site and through community partners
Staffing & Support
- 3 Physician Assistants
- 6 LVN/MA support staff members
- Dedicated surgical first assist
- Collaborative hospital and clinic support team
Call Responsibilities
- Shared 1:3 call schedule
- Emergency Department call included within compensation package
- Additional compensation provided for patients seen in person while on call
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Eligible for California medical licensure
Employer
Fairchild Medical Center
At Fairchild Medical Center, we value what it means to be a team, to put other people first, and to be a leader in our local community. For more than 20 years we have been providing quality health care to our rural area. As health care continues to change we are committed to making access to quality care possible and we continue to evaluate how we can make the best possible impact upon the well being of our community. As the single largest private employer in Siskiyou County, we are proud to contribute significantly to our local economy through our annual payroll, which exceeds $42 million per year, and through our more than 500 employees and 26 physicians who call the area home. Thank you for allowing us to care for you and your family. At FMC, caring for you is at the heart of who we are.
Fairchild Medical Center (FMC) offers primary and specialty services including medical, surgical, orthopedic, emergency, obstetrical, pediatric care, and other specialties available through telemedicine. Our focus is to provide comprehensive, high-quality health care services to those in need.
Located in Yreka, California at the base of the breathtaking, beautiful Mount Shasta, Fairchild Medical Center is accredited by the Joint Commission. FMC is a state-of-the-art healthcare facility, built in 1997 to replace the old Siskiyou General Hospital, which had served the residents of Siskiyou County since 1921. Every year, Fairchild Medical Center cares for more than 60,000 patients, including more than 12,000 Emergency Department patients. Fairchild Medical Center has a medical staff of more than 80 physicians with an active staff of 26 physicians.
Fairchild Medical Center is a leader and catalyst in the formation of a fully-integrated health care system. We seek to involve the entire community in achieving a healthier population, ensuring the availability and accessibility of health care services to all.