A full-time employed Urologist opportunity is open in Modesto, California, embedded within a major Central Valley health system that offers immediate, established patient demand and a fully equipped surgical platform from day one. The practice features three da Vinci Xi robotic systems, a broad inpatient/outpatient case mix, and a Monday–Friday schedule with a shared 1:5 ER call rotation — a structure that supports a high-volume surgical career without the operational burden of building a practice from scratch. Compensation ranges from $506,000 to $630,000, placing this role firmly in the top tier for community urology in California.
Perks and Benefits
- Salary range: $506,000 – $630,000, determined by qualifications, experience, and productivity
- Sign-on bonus available
- Relocation assistance available
- Malpractice coverage with tail protection included
- 401(k) with employer match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- CME allowance with dedicated conference time
- Generous paid time off
Practice Highlights
- Full-time employed position, Monday through Friday, with designated clinic days and dedicated procedure days
- 50% inpatient / 50% outpatient case balance — broad, high-acuity case mix across both settings
- Daily clinic volume of 20+ patients
- ER call shared 1:5 across two hospitals — manageable, predictable coverage structure
- Joining a collaborative team of 1.5 physicians — immediate collegial support with room to grow
- Three da Vinci Xi robotic systems on-site — full robotic urology capability from day one
- Stryker tower and Olympus basic trays rounding out the procedural suite
- Turnkey practice infrastructure within a major health system — established referral base and administrative support in place
- Central Valley regional catchment with significant unmet urologic demand
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Urology (American Board of Urology)
- Active California medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with high-volume surgical practice including robotic-assisted procedures
About the Community
Modesto occupies a prime position in California's Central Valley — midway between San Francisco and Yosemite National Park, putting both a world-class urban center and one of the country's most iconic wilderness destinations within easy reach on any given weekend. The cost of living is dramatically lower than the Bay Area, meaning a physician-level salary translates into a spacious home, strong schools, and genuine quality of life rather than urban density. The region is California's agricultural heartland, with farm-to-table dining, local wineries, and artisan creameries woven into daily life, while the Gallo Center for the Arts, a vibrant craft brewery scene, and the city's celebrated Graffiti Summer festival give the community real cultural depth. Sacramento is 90 minutes north, and Sierra Nevada hiking, fishing, and skiing are within easy reach of the foothills.