Physician, Rheumatology (Santa Barbara, Ca)
Listed compensation
$300K - $350K
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Job Description
Opportunity Information
Sansum Medical Group Santa Barbara is seeking a board certified or board eligible Rheumatologist to join our growing team of experienced rheumatologists. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, with a strong referral base. Our ideal candidate is committed to compassionate, team-based care and wants to live and work in a vibrant and family friendly community in coastal California.
Qualifications
- Board certified or board eligible rheumatologist. MD or DO
- Strong Skill Set in consultation and management of the full spectrum of rheumatologic conditions
- DEA Certificate
- Eligible to Work in the United States
- CA Licensure or the Ability to Obtain CA Licensure
- Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Local travel to Solvang may be required
- Join Us and Enjoy
- Free Medical/Dental/Vision
- CME Stipend
- 1 MA Per Provider
- Malpractice Insurance
- Disability
- Retirement: 401K & Profit Sharing
- Annual Leave
- Licensure/DEA/Board Exam Fees
- PSLF Eligible
- Assistance with student loan repayment
- Home loan Program
Organization Details
We believe that Sansum is not just a workplace; it's a community where talented medical professionals work collaboratively to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Your skills and dedication can contribute significantly to our mission as we enhance our total hip and knee joint replacement program in our Foothill Ambulatory Surgery Center. The ideal candidate will have experience building a high quality and efficient program.
We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our growing family of healthcare professionals which includes over 50 primary care providers, 6 orthopods and over 200 clinicians representing various specialties within our multispecialty medical group. Together, let's create a healthier and happier future for our community.
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 Rheumatologist will provide expert consultation and management for the full spectrum of rheumatologic conditions within a collaborative, patient-centered environment. The role also involves contributing to the enhancement of the total hip and knee joint replacement program at the Foothill Ambulatory Surgery Center.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
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 ~$325k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $294k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in rheumatology | ranked against 159 Rheumatology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $300k–$350k | Rheumatology median $308k (middle half $288k–$363k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$294k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Rheumatology listings in California | 29 active | 159 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | California physician listings (all specialties): 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 27% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Rheumatology hiring demand | not ranked this month | postings stay open a median 73 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 52 postings, 32 closed |
| New Rheumatology listings | 46 in the last 30 days | 40 the 30 days before (+15%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Rheumatology (Santa Barbara, Ca) at Sutter Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Rheumatology — ranked against 159 active Rheumatology listings on WeekdayDoc.
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