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Sacramento, California

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - per diem BEAR Program (Sacramento, CA)

Physician AssistantIncludes callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$84-$94/hr

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group BEAR (Bridging Evidence Assessment and Resources) Program seeks to hire a per diem Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic team in Sacramento, CA.

The Bridging Evidence Assessment and Resources (BEAR) program is growing their elite team of highly trained forensic examiners to deliver 24/7/365 medical and forensic care to adults, adolescents, and pediatric patients who have experienced sexual assault, sexual abuse, or intimate partner violence and strangulation.

Qualifications

This on-call position requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Experience in areas requiring advanced physical assessment skills such as the emergency department, critical care and/or maternal/child health needed.

Previous experience as a medical-forensic examiner with completion of a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Training course preferred. Clinical training in the medical-forensic evidentiary examination will be provided if you are selected to be part of our team.

Applicants must be Nationally Certified and eligible for a California License.

The BEAR Team continually strives to provide excellence through rigorous quality assurance/improvement and training activities. We are the medical component of the Sexual Assault Response Team.

  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • Generous compensation with bonus potential
  • Exams are paid at a flat rate per exam
  • 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

Provide 24/7/365 medical and forensic care to patients who have experienced sexual assault, abuse, or intimate partner violence. Perform medical-forensic evidentiary examinations as part of the Sexual Assault Response Team.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Forensic examinationEmergency medicineEvidence collectionClinical documentation

Forensic Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 40 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 60% have no call, 38% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$185k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $167k 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

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 21 employers

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
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 1.5
Below most Physician Assistant roles listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,545 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

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

Generous compensation with bonus potential
Exams paid at flat rate per exam
Advanced practice technology including EPIC
Positive work-life balance