Physician, Pediatric Endocrinology (Sacramento, CA)

Sutter Medical Group; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Relocation assistance up to $20,000

Zero-cost medical insurance

Award-winning 401(k) match

Job summary

Sutter Medical Group in Sacramento, CA, seeks a BE/BC Pediatric Endocrinologist to join a collaborative pediatric subspecialty team. The role combines clinical care, diabetes management, and participation in a growing research program within a large, not-for-profit health system.

The ideal candidate is board-certified or eligible, clinically excellent, team-oriented, and interested in program development and diabetes care. Early-career and experienced physicians are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Endocrinology.
• Clinically excellent and team-oriented.
• Interested in diabetes care, endocrine complexity, or program development.
• Curious, innovative, and committed to continuous improvement.

Skills

Clinically excellent

Team-oriented

Interest in diabetes care

Program development

Curious/innovative

Education

Board-certified/board-eligible in Pediatric Endocrinology

Job description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a BE/BC Pediatric Endocrinologist to join our dynamic team in Sacramento, CA. Sutter Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes is a comprehensive, clinically focused, research driven, and rapidly evolving subspeciality program embedded within one of California's most respected integrated health systems. We provide state-of-the‑art clinical care, robust diabetes and weight management services, and a growing pediatric endocrine research portfolio, all supported by strong operational infrastructure. We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Pediatric Endocrinologist to join our growing Sutter Medical Group pediatric subspecialty practice. Our ideal candidate brings a strong interest in advancing pediatric endocrine clinical research and contributing to innovative clinical care for children with complex endocrine disorders. Prior research experience is preferred but not required, and applicants with advanced research training—such as a PhD or MPH—are highly encouraged to apply, though these degrees are not mandatory. We are looking for a physician who values teamwork, clinical excellence, and a commitment to improving outcomes for pediatric patients across our diverse Northern California communities. We have a robust research enterprise with several new system-wide research initiatives ongoing and are committed to supporting promising or established physician‑investigators. Our practice offers the rigor and intellectual engagement of an academic environment combined with the stability, resources, and lifestyle advantages of a large, not for profit, physician‑led medical group.

Program Highlights Include

• Over 25,000 pediatric patients, including 1,500 with diabetes
• 8 active clinical trials
• A nationally recognized Innovation Challenge award for diabetes care innovation
• A robust and expanding research enterprise with several new system-wide research initiatives
• Institutional commitment to supporting promising and established physician-investigators

You will join a well-established, collegial, and collaborative multidisciplinary team, including:

• 6 Pediatric Endocrinologists
• 3 Advanced Practice Providers (NPs/PAs) fully integrated into care delivery
• 1 Dedicated Research Coordinator
• 1 Area Manager and Research Manager
• Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (CDCES)
• Registered Dietitians
• Embedded care coordination and population health support, including the Life@Sutter weight management program, PENS team (Pediatric Endocrine and Nutrition Services), and multidisciplinary diabetes team

The team emphasizes shared decision-making, Physician-APC dyad leadership, mutual respect, and long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

We are seeking a pediatric endocrinologist who is:

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Endocrinology
• Clinically excellent and team-oriented
• Interested in diabetes care, endocrine complexity, or program development
• Curious, innovative, and aligned with a culture of continuous improvement

Early-career and experienced physicians are both encouraged to apply.

Join Us and Enjoy

• Flexible schedule
• Physician-led, not-for-profit integrated health system
• Sign-on bonus of up to $20,000
• Relocation assistance of up to $20,000 for qualified applicants
• Stability, resources, and administrative support to practice at the top of your license
• Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
• Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match