Physician, Pediatrics (Santa Rosa, CA)
Listed compensation
$250k-$265k
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Not specified
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Opportunity Information
Pediatrics, Santa Rosa
Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods (SMGR) has an immediate opening for a General Pediatrician to join the current 7 clinician practice.
Location: Santa Rosa, California
Opportunity details
- Highlights:
- Collaborative team environment with 7 experienced pediatric clinicians
- Shared call schedule ensures work-life balance
- Robust referral network from Sutter-affiliated primary care providers
- Integrated EMR (EPIC) in office
- Strong office support staff
Qualifications
- Board eligible or board certified
- Join Us and Enjoy
- Competitive salary with income guarantee
- Shareholder eligibility following 24-months of employment
Benefits including paid CME, paid time-off, pension plan and 401(k), phone stipend, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, health, dental, vision and pet insurance, identity protection
- Malpractice and tail insurance coverage
- Relocation allowance and sign-on bonus
- Organization Details
Like the majestic redwoods that surround us, we rise tall above the fog. Our roots interconnect us with our colleagues, patients and neighbors. Our branches bend to withstand the strongest of storms. Our bark is our culture - strongest when shared - protecting our core from disease, fire and division. Together we grow as the pinnacle of healthcare, cultivating a healthy ecosystem wherever we serve. Stronger together than we could ever be alone. We are Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods.
We are a multi-specialty medical group made up of over 150 clinicians, including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistant practicing in 22+ specialties throughout the Sonoma County. Our organization is nationally recognized for excellence with multiple awards for quality of care, innovation and leadership.
Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods is affiliated with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, a not-for-profit health care organization providing operational and administrative support, including the latest technology, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
Community Information
Located 55 miles north of San Francisco and 30 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Rosa is a warm and friendly city of 170,000 within Sonoma County, population 500,000. You will enjoy a unique blend of culture with exceptional art, wine, food, and recreation. Amenities include 400 wineries in Sonoma County, 27 golf courses, hot air ballooning, hiking, spas, river sports, and world-class cuisine. Sonoma County also has a professional symphony, excellent public and private schools, fantastic weather, and some of the most affordable housing in the Bay Area. You would live and work where others only dream of visiting.
Equal Opportunity Statement
** It is the policy of the Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods (SMGR) to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, disability or status as a veteran or a disabled veteran. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within our service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of SMGR’s employment policies and practices.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality pediatric medical care as part of a collaborative team of clinicians. Utilize the integrated EPIC EMR system to manage patient records and coordinate with a robust referral network.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Pediatrics (Santa Rosa, CA) at Sutter Health a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics — ranked against 640 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
Of the 43 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 60% have no call, 37% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 7.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$258k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $233k 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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