Physician: Anesthesiology Service Line Medical Director

Opportunity Information

Exciting Physician Leadership Opportunity – Anesthesiology Strategy & Development 

• Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a dynamic physician leader in Anesthesiology to help shape the future of care delivery across our expanding anesthesia service footprint. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership (0.5 aFTE) with flexible clinical practice (0.1–0.5 FTE) in a growing, highly collaborative environment.
• The individual should have experience working with CRNAs and to develop/deploy strategy in the near term to hire CRNAs as part of the anesthesia workforce

Clinical Practice (0.1–0.5 FTE)

• Flexible, shift-based clinical opportunities across a broad geographic footprint
• Practice options include:
  • Acute care inpatient settings
  • Ambulatory Surgery Centers
• Opportunities to work at multiple sites if desired, including areas with high need such as Davis and Elk Grove.
• Ability to align clinical work with personal location preferences

Qualifications

• BE/BC in Anesthesiology
• Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical practice
• Minimum 2 years of progressive medical group leadership and participation in leadership development
• Experience with strategic planning cross specialty collaboration
• Strong business acumen including strategic planning and cross- specialty collaboration
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, and other healthcare professionals
• Experience working with CRNAs

Join Us and Enjoy

Help shape the future of anesthesiology delivery while maintaining an active clinical presence.

• Competitive compensation- administrative compensation plus clinical compensation (depending on clinical FTE)
• Productivity component built into clinical compensation
• Award-winning 100% 401(k) match
• Relocation assistance for qualified applicants
• Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
• CME allowance
• Advanced practice technology, including EPIC
• A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle

Organization Details

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is a vibrant and talented community committed to delivering safe, affordable and high-quality care. Our multi-specialty medical group is comprised of over 1,600 clinicians practicing in seven counties in northern California, most within a 50-mile radius of Sacramento. SMG contains primary care and specialty Physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians -- nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, licensed clinical social workers and licensed marriage and family therapists, who make up about 20% of our group. Our clinicians not only excel in clinical practice but are also actively engaged in teaching, research, leadership, community outreach, and volunteer work. SMG has earned both local and national recognition for excellence in patient care and experience.

Community Information

Sacramento, the capital city of California, offers an exceptional quality of life that makes it a great place to live. One of the standout features of Sacramento is its vibrant food scene. Known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," the city boasts a plethora of restaurants, farmers' markets, and food festivals that celebrate fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This culinary richness is complemented by a strong sense of community, where residents enjoy a variety of local events, cultural festivals, and community activities that foster a warm and inclusive atmosphere. Additionally, Sacramento's strategic location provides easy access to some of California's most popular destinations. Just a short drive away, you can find yourself in the bustling city of San Francisco, enjoying the world-class wine country of Napa Valley, or experiencing the stunning natural beauty of Lake Tahoe, which offers both winter sports and summer recreational activities. The city's proximity to diverse landscapes means residents can easily enjoy the snow-capped mountains, scenic coastlines, and lush forests. Sports enthusiasts in Sacramento also have much to cheer about. The city is home to the Sacramento Kings, an NBA team that brings exciting basketball action to the Golden 1 Center. Moreover, the recent relocation of the Oakland A's to Sacramento has added another layer of excitement for baseball fans. With its rich cultural scene, convenient location, and passionate sports culture, Sacramento truly stands out as a dynamic and desirable place to live.

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.