Emergency Medicine Physician

Department of Veterans Affairs; Mather (CA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50–55 days PTO/year

Federal pension & 401(k) with VA match

CME up to $1,000/year

Tail coverage Malpractice

Job summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Sacramento, CA seeks an Emergency Medicine physician to join the Sacramento VA Medical Center (Mather, CA) team. You will deliver independent emergency care for acute and urgent needs, while also supervising residents and students in a fast-paced, team-based ED.

We welcome board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physicians, or Family Practice/Internal Medicine clinicians with substantial EM experience.

Qualifications

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine physician.
• Or Family Practice/Internal Medicine physician with substantial Emergency Medicine experience.
• Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and commitment to Veteran-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive Emergency Medicine care, including diagnostics, treatment planning, medication management, and specialty consultations.
• Perform histories, physicals, diagnostic evaluations, order placement, medication reconciliation, and EMR documentation within CPRS.
• Maintain timely compliance with learning plans, mandatory training (ACLS, Moderate Sedation, Airway), clinical reminders, and safety protocols.
• Oversee rotating residents and students, ensuring high-quality teaching and supervision.
• Utilize EDIS for flow tracking and participate in monthly ED provider meetings.
• Champion preventive care, coordination of care, reduced delays, and appropriate resource utilization.
• Demonstrate high standards of customer service, communication, professionalism, and veteran-centered care.
• Follow VA policies for Infection Control, Environment of Care, Emergency Preparedness, and safety reporting.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Clinical leadership

Teaching

Tools

CPRS

EDIS

ACLS

Job description

VA Northern California Health Care System - Sacramento VA Medical Center (Mather, CA)**

Serve Those Who Served. Build the Career You Deserve.

The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Sacramento, CA is seeking a mission-driven Emergency Medicine Physician to join our growing Emergency Department at the Sacramento VA Medical Center (Mather, CA). This role offers a modern, team-based practice environment where you can provide high-quality care, strengthen clinical operations, and help shape the future of Veteran emergency care.

About the Role

We are seeking an Emergency Medicine-trained physician, or a Family Medicine / Internal Medicine physician with significant Emergency Medicine experience, to provide both clinical and administrative services across the VA Northern California Health Care System (NorCal VAHCS).

You will deliver independent care for acute, chronic, and same-day needs, overseeing the full spectrum of Veteran medical concerns-from cardiovascular and pulmonary disease to diabetes, mental health presentations, and complex multimorbidity.

Clinical & Administrative Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive Emergency Medicine care, including diagnostics, treatment planning, medication management, and specialty consultations.

• Perform histories, physicals, diagnostic evaluations, order placement, medication reconciliation, and EMR documentation within CPRS.

• Maintain timely compliance with TMS learning plans, mandatory training (ACLS, Moderate Sedation, Airway), clinical reminders, and safety protocols.

• Oversee rotating residents and students, ensuring high-quality teaching and supervision.

• Utilize EDIS for flow tracking and participate in monthly ED provider meetings.

• Champion preventive care, coordination of care, reduced delays, and appropriate resource utilization.

• Demonstrate high standards of customer service, communication, professionalism, and veteran-centered care.

• Follow VA policies for Infection Control, Environment of Care, Emergency Preparedness, and safety reporting.

Who We're Looking For

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine physician
  OR

• Family Practice / Internal Medicine physician with substantial Emergency Medicine experience

• Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and commitment to Veteran-centered care

• Skilled in managing high-acuity and diverse ED presentations

• Engaged in teaching, quality improvement, teamwork, and operational excellence

Schedule & Work Model

• Sunday-Saturday variable shifts, totaling 40 hours/week

• Compressed schedule option available

• Mix of clinical duties, team leadership, flow management, and administrative responsibilities

Compensation & Federal Benefits

• Salary: $300,000-$400,000 (negotiable based on experience)

• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days/year

  • 26 annual leave

  • 13 sick leave

  • 11 federal holidays

  • up to 5 days CME

• Retirement:

  • Federal pension (vests in 5 years)

  • Federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions

• Insurance:

  • Federal health, dental, vision, life, long-term care

  • Many programs are portable into retirement

• CME: Up to $1,000/year (board-certified, full-time)

• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage

• EDRP: Student loan repayment program (authorized)

• No employment contract and no moonlighting restrictions

Why Sacramento VA (Mather, CA)?

Mather is a vibrant location within Northern California-close to UC Davis, the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and world-class outdoor recreation. Enjoy a fulfilling career with stability, mission, and purpose while living in a region known for diversity, cultural life, and exceptional quality of living.

Join Us

Bring your expertise, leadership, and passion for Veteran care to a modern emergency medicine practice supported by strong clinical teams and meaningful federal benefits.