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Sacramento, California

Physician, SeniorCare PACE Program (Sacramento, CA)

GeriatricsIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

starting at $285K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter SeniorCare PACE seeks to hire a BE/BC Geriatric Medicine / Internal Medicine / Family Medicine physician to join our clinical team in Sacramento, CA.

Sutter SeniorCare PACE is a nonprofit health plan designed exclusively for adults 55 and older in Sacramento County. Our team of doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers, drivers and aides work together to provide all-inclusive care and help retain independence.

PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) provides high-quality comprehensive home and community-based healthcare services to participants, always anticipating problems to help avoid hospitalization and prevent premature nursing home placement.

The PACE Physician is responsible for providing medical oversight and clinical leadership for the care of elderly patients within our program in Sacramento. This position combines clinical expertise and compassion to ensure high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, community involvement, and effective departmental operations.

Qualifications

Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with active board certification in Geriatric Medicine or Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

  • State medical license and eligibility for medical practice in California
  • Proven experience as a practicing physician specializing in care for elderly patients
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong commitment to patient-centered care and quality improvement
  • Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and healthcare standards
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team
  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • Salaried position starting at $285,000 plus a sign-on bonus
  • Health/dental/vision insurance at no charge for you and qualified family members
  • 26 days of paid time off benefits (vacation, holiday, etc.)
  • Paid time off benefits (vacation, holiday, etc.)
  • Leaves of absence, including family care, bereavement, etc.
  • Generous compensation and benefits, including employer-matched 403(b)
  • 24 hours of education time off and $3,000 education expense reimbursement annually
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle
  • Relocation assistance available

Organization Details

Sutter SeniorCare PACE, which stands for “Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly,” provides high-quality comprehensive home and community-based healthcare services to participants, always anticipating problems to help avoid hospitalization and prevent premature nursing home placement. PACE is a federal and state-funded program. Most PACE participants are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid and enjoy PACE at little or no cost.

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

Provide medical oversight and clinical leadership for elderly patients within the PACE program in Sacramento. Ensure high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and effective departmental operations through a multidisciplinary approach.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Multidisciplinary CollaborationElderly Care

Geriatrics — Physician Career Context

Of the 35 active Geriatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 57% have no call, 69% require no weekends.

Geriatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 12.3% 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 ~$285k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $257k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Geriatrics Jobs

29 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution28 jobs · 8 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 8 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
29% this job
Sign-on bonus
14% this job
Relocation assistance
7% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 4.5
Better work-life than 30% of Geriatrics listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 195 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Sacramento

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$455k≈ 1.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,056/mo≈ 9% of gross pay
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.

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

Sign-on bonus
Health/dental/vision insurance at no charge for you and qualified family members
26 days of paid time off
Leaves of absence
Employer-matched 403(b)
24 hours of education time off
$3,000 education expense reimbursement annually
Malpractice Insurance