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Fairfield, California

Physician, Rheumatology (Fairfield, CA)

RheumatologyNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$296,975

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Rheumatologist to join our growing, physician-led multispecialty practice in Fairfield, California.

This is an exceptional opportunity to quickly establish a thriving rheumatology practice while enjoying the support, resources, and stability of one of Northern California's leading integrated healthcare systems.

  • Opportunity Highlights
  • Turn-key opportunity with strong referral networks and the ability to build a busy practice quickly
  • Collaborate with experienced rheumatology colleagues in a supportive, team-oriented environment
  • Outpatient-focused practice with no inpatient call responsibilities
  • Flexible scheduling, including the option for a 4-day work week
  • Practice autonomy while benefiting from the resources of a large multispecialty medical group
  • State-of-the-art technology, including EPIC electronic health records
  • Opportunity to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

  • Board eligible/Board certified
  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • Competitive salary: $296,975
  • Sign-on bonus up to $20,000
  • Relocation assistance up to $20,000 for qualified candidates
  • Award-winning 100% 401(k) match
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Zero-cost medical insurance options
  • Paid medical benefits for employees and eligible dependents
  • Generous CME allowance and professional development support
  • Robust retirement program
  • Shareholder eligibility

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

  • Located between the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento, Fairfield offers an exceptional quality of life with convenient access to some of California's most desirable destinations. Residents enjoy:
  • Easy access to both San Francisco and Sacramento
  • Just 30 minutes from world-renowned Napa Valley
  • Affordable housing compared to neighboring Bay Area communities
  • Outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and golf
  • Family-friendly neighborhoods and highly rated schools
  • Diverse dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions

Whether you're seeking career growth, schedule flexibility, or a vibrant Northern California lifestyle, Fairfield offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment.

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 rheumatology care in an outpatient setting as part of a multispecialty medical group. Responsibilities include collaborating with colleagues and utilizing state-of-the-art technology to manage patient health.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Multispecialty collaboration

Rheumatology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$297k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $268k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Rheumatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

What does the Rheumatology market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 10 · top 25% in rheumatologyranked against 162 Rheumatology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$297kRheumatology median $308k (middle half $288k–$363k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$268k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Rheumatology listings in California32 active163 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Rheumatology pay trend+4.4% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (162 Rheumatology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Rheumatology (Fairfield, CA) at Sutter Health a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Rheumatology — ranked against 162 active Rheumatology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Top Rheumatologist Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

5 jobs · 4 employers
3
<$375k
1
$375k
0
$395k-415k
1
$420k

Annual compensation range

#1

Physician - Rheumatology

Sanford Health · Bemidji, Minnesota

$420k
#2

Physician - Rheumatologist

Community Health Centers of America · Turlock, California

$300k-$375k
#3

Rheumatologist | Reliant Medical Group

$224k-$371k
#4

Rheumatologist - Lake Success, NY

$224k-$371k
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 6.9
Better work-life than 80% of Rheumatology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 162 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Sutter Health

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

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000
Relocation assistance up to $20,000
100% 401(k) match
Comprehensive benefits package
Zero-cost medical insurance options
Paid medical benefits for employees and eligible dependents
Generous CME allowance
Robust retirement program

Living in Fairfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k≈ 1.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,425/mo≈ 10% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.5
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Vallejo, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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