Orthopedist - San Diego

2/22/2026

The role involves practicing medicine within a physician-led partnership that emphasizes a patient-centered and evidence-based approach. Physicians are expected to focus on providing the best possible care while connecting with colleagues and utilizing provided resources.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Join us as we continue to deliver The Answer to Healthcare in America. In partnership with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) physicians lead the movement to transform health care in America by exemplifying the tenets of Permanente Medicine – patient-centered, high-quality care that embraces the latest innovations in medicine and is supported by an integrated care delivery model. At SCPMG, we continue to empower our providers to lead. We invest in our physicians and staff through continuing education, training, technology support and a nation-leading Physician Wellness program. SCPMG offers the opportunity to advance your career in a patient-focused practice that encourages professional autonomy, values cross-specialty collaboration and emphasizes work-life balance. Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is fortunate to have more than 60 years of stability and experience in delivering high-quality, innovative health care centered around the patients. With sub-specialists in virtually every area of medical and surgical practice, Kaiser Permanente Southern California Permanente Medical Group is home to more than 8,000 physicians serving over 4.9 million members. We feature 16 accredited state-of-the-art medical centers and more than 197 satellite medical offices. Our integrated health care model, chronic disease management programs, electronic medical record system (Kaiser Permanente HealthConnect®), and our kp.org website all support our clinical excellence, service, access, and innovation. For more information regarding career opportunities in Southern California, please apply directly on our website: http://scpmgphysiciancareers.com/ To contact us: physicianrecruitmentscpmg@kp.org (877) 608-0044

About the Role

Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is a physician-led partnership with strong values that support a patient-centered and evidence-based approach to medicine.

Provides our physicians with the resources and support systems needed to ensure every physician can focus on practicing medicine, connecting with one another, and providing the best possible care to their patients.

Additional Information

• Board Certified or Board Eligible

About the area

San Diego captures the essence of coastal living with its beachside communities and lively downtown. The city's coastal climate allows for year-round visits to the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, and Legoland. For culture seekers, San Diego features a range of culinary delights and unique architectural landscapes influenced by the city's proximity to Mexico and Spanish history.

Working here

The San Diego service area is one the region’s largest, with impressive geographical coverage, over 1,100 physicians, and about 25 satellite offices to complement the main medical center. Yet we have a singular, well-defined culture, grounded in three pillars that improve outcomes: maintaining physicians’ well-being and their original passion for medicine; keeping the workforce energized and cohesive; and ensuring patient engagement in their own overall health. This formula, along with our size, diversity, and depth of talent, helps the area keep its edge in new technology and clinical expertise. San Diego maintains a high level of integration and collaboration; physicians and new hires alike know they’re not alone, that they have the personal support and clinical assistance of an entire team. Educational and research opportunities are actively offered and supported, with residency programs and fellowships, along with participation in clinical studies and trials.

Equal Employment Opportunity
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

Key Skills

Patient-Centered MedicineEvidence-Based MedicineClinical ExpertiseCollaborationResidency ProgramsFellowshipsClinical StudiesBackground CheckDrug Screen