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Santa Barbara, California

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Endocrinology (Santa Barbara, CA)

Physician Assistant 8.8 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130K - $180K

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sansum Clinic is seeking a passionate and collaborative Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Endocrinology team at our. This is a full‑time opportunity supporting an established, well‑respected practice with a strong patient base.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide outpatient endocrine care, including chronic disease management
  • Manage Type I & Type II diabetes and other endocrine-related conditions
  • Deliver follow-up visits, urgent add‑on visits, and work within a care‑team pod model
  • Collaborate closely with physicians, RNs, diabetes educators, and clinical support staff
  • Provide patient education on diet, exercise, medications, and long‑term disease management
  • Participate in administrative duties (approximately 10% of workload)

Position Details

  • Full-time position (36 patient‑care hours per week)
  • Monday–Friday, daytime schedule
  • Outpatient only (no hospital responsibilities)
  • No call requirement
  • Patient volume: 12–16 patients per day
  • Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team

Salary

  • 2 Year Guarantee
  • $130,000 – 180,000 Annually

Qualifications

  • NP/PA with Directly Related Experience in Endocrinology
  • Excellent skill set in Endocrinology
  • Interested in following chronic conditions over time
  • NP/PA Certified
  • DEA Certificate and/or California Furnishing License
  • Eligible to Work in the United States
  • CA Licensure or the Ability to Obtain CA Licensure
  • Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • Free Medical/Dental/Vision
  • CME Stipend
  • 1 MA Per Provider
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • Disability
  • Retirement: 401K & Profit Sharing
  • Annual Leave
  • Licensure/DEA/Board Exam Fees
  • PSLF Eligible

Organization Details

We believe that Sansum is not just a workplace; it's a community where talented medical professionals come together to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Your skills and dedication can contribute significantly to our mission. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our growing family of healthcare professionals. Together, let's create a healthier and happier future for our community.

Community Information

Nestled in the heart of California, Santa Barbara stands out as one of the most picturesque communities in the United States. Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant atmosphere, it has consistently been recognized as one of the best places to live in the Golden State.

Whether you are a family looking for a welcoming community or a young professional eager to explore new horizons, Santa Barbara has something to offer for everyone. Picture yourself enjoying sunny days at the pristine beaches, exploring scenic trails, and relaxing in beautiful parks.

Indulge in the culinary delights of local restaurants and explore the rich tapestry of wineries that the region has to offer. And let's not forget the weather – an absolute dream with consistent sunshine year-round. Imagine waking up to bright, sunny days that inspire outdoor adventures and a sense of well-being.

Santa Barbara also offers unparalleled convenience with immediate access to a regional airport, ensuring effortless travel with multiple direct flights nationwide. Plus, with a mere 95 miles separating you from the bustling energy of Los Angeles, you have the best of both worlds within easy reach.

Consider making Santa Barbara your home, where every day feels like a celebration of life. If you have any questions or would like more information about this incredible community, please feel free to reach out. Here's to the next year of discovery and joy!

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.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Diabetes managementOutpatient careCommunication skillsCare-team collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Endocrinology (Santa Barbara, CA) at Sutter Health a 8.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physician Assistant roles — ranked against 4,429 active Physician Assistant roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Endocrinology — Physician Assistant Career Context

In California, the Physician Assistant weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$165k (161 salary observations; 276 listings), vs ~$141k nationally (1,178 salary observations; 3,565 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 70% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Physician Assistant pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$155k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $140k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
17%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.8
Among the best 10% of Physician Assistant roles listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,429 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Santa Barbara

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.91M≈ 14.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,692/mo≈ 34% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.8
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sutter Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Sacramento, California
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Free Medical/Dental/Vision
CME Stipend
1 MA Per Provider
Malpractice Insurance
Disability
Retirement: 401K & Profit Sharing
Annual Leave
Licensure/DEA/Board Exam Fees