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Sacramento, California

Physician, Radiology - Nuclear Medicine (Sacramento, CA)

RadiologyIncludes weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a full-time BE/BC dual-boarded Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Radiologist to join a successful established practice in Sacramento, CA.

The candidate will have completed a Diagnostic Radiology residency with Nuclear Medicine specialization (via dual residency, combination residency, or fellowship) to achieve board status with both ABR and ABNM or equivalent. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Nuclear Medicine.

The Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging section provides coverage for general Nuclear Medicine, cardiac scintigraphy, SPECT/CT, PET/CT, and radiopharmaceutical therapies. Training programs are present at two of the acute care facilities allowing for education opportunities with residents. Candidate should have a desire to provide timely, high-quality patient care in a collegial and collaborative environment.

Large Well-established Multispecialty Group

Quality care centered with group compensation bonus for meeting participation and imaging division-based quality improvement projects

The nuclear medicine section covers 5 acute care facilities and 6 outpatient imaging sites providing a mix of general nuclear medicine, DXA, and cardiac studies and PET/CT as well as therapy.

  • Onsite and remote reading shifts
  • Opportunity for additional income with voluntary remote shifts either in radiology or PET/CT
  • Evening call in shared rotation up until 10 pm, teleradiology service provides preliminary interpretations overnight
  • Weekend and holiday day coverage in shared rotation
  • Productivity coverage for multidisciplinary conferences and tumor board

Tech Stack

Home work stations provided. Epic, Visage, Powerscribe with MIM, ClearRead CT - Riverain, Cedars Suite, PET Systems include Analogue and digital systems, general Nuclear Medicine Cameras (including StraGuide, CZT360 Imaging system

Qualifications

  • Medical Board of California: Active license or eligible to obtain prior to employment.
  • ABNM/ABR Board Certification: Dedicated training in Nuclear Medicine including board certification by ABNM and ABR or ABR/NR with ABNM eligibility.
  • ACLS Certification: Active or obtained prior to employment.
  • Desirable to have postgraduate professional experience in Nuclear Medicine including general Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, SPECT/CT, PET/CT, and theranostics.
  • Authorized User or have qualifying credentials to become an Authorized User.

Join Us and Enjoy

  • The base salary of $700,000* with the opportunity to increase base income through additional voluntary shift work, incentives, and group productivity bonuses.
  • $50k sign-on bonus (paid in 2 parts)*
  • Relocation assistance of up to $20,000
  • Subspecialty-structured radiology group
  • Malpractice coverage
  • SMG physicians can qualify for the Department of Education Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Shareholder track position
  • Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
  • Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
  • CME allowance
  • Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match
  • 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.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide high-quality patient care across five acute care facilities and six outpatient imaging sites, covering general nuclear medicine, cardiac studies, and PET/CT. Responsibilities also include participating in multidisciplinary conferences, tumor boards, and quality improvement projects.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Radiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 66% have no call, 44% require no weekends.

Sutter Health ranks #8 of 18 employers hiring Radiologist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Radiology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 17.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 8,500 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $45 per wRVU — implying roughly $383k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

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Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
85% this job
Sign-on bonus
59% this job
CME allowance
41% this job
Relocation assistance
37% this job
Loan repayment
22% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 2.4
Better work-life than 10% of Radiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 740 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Sacramento

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$455k
Typical market rent
$2,056/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
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 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sutter Health

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

Benefits & Perks

Zero-cost medical insurance
Paid medical benefits for dependents
CME allowance
100% 401(k) match
Malpractice coverage
Sign-on bonus $50,000
Relocation assistance up to $20,000
Shareholder track