Sutter Health·Modesto, California
The Physician Assistant will primarily support orthopedic joint surgeons in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities include surgical, outpatient, and inpatient care with MA support.
Opportunity Information Gould Medical Group is looking for a board-certified Orthopedic Physician Assistant in Modesto, CA.
Starting base salary: $165,000 - $175,000 Twelve orthopedic surgeons and seven physician assistants in the section One year of Orthopedic Sports experience required Supportive/collaborative APC/physician team environment valuing top of licensure practice Surgical/outpatient/inpatient MA support Onsite lab, X-ray, and advanced imaging Stable and growing group EHR: Epic
Board certification Join Us and Enjoy Standard Benefits: Annual 12.0% 401(k) gift Annual CME / business expense allowance Full health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance Group paid malpractice and tail coverage Individual Performance Bonus Relocation assistance Organization Details Gould Medical Group is a growing, 525+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe. Community Information Area Details: Close proximity to the Bay Area but a lower cost of living Short driving distance to Yosemite, wine country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey Centrally located with quick access to skiing, hiking, surfing, and entertainment venues of various types Rapidly growing communities Excellent school options Average of 260 days of sunshine annually 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.
Candidates must be board-certified and experience is preferred, although the organization is willing to train the right candidate. A strong emphasis is placed on top-of-licensure practice.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.
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