Physician, Family Medicine (Woodland, CA)

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a BE/BC Family Medicine Physician to join our dynamic team in Woodland, CA!

Supportive, well‑established team with excellent MA support. The clinic includes three Family Medicine physicians who have practiced at this location for 18, 15, and 4 years. This is a full‑spectrum Family Medicine practice serving all ages and demographics, with no OB or prenatal care. Call is very low volume and phone‑only. All procedures are supported. Spanish‑speaking candidates are encouraged to apply.

This position is to replace a physician who is transitioning to another Sutter location.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine - required
• Spanish speaking is preferred
• Strong ties to the area is preferred
• Join Us and Enjoy
• 2-year income guarantee with shareholder track
• Productivity bonus ($320,000+ earning potential in the first year)
• Sign-on bonus up to $50,000
• Relocation assistance up to $20,000
• Resident stipend up to $3,000 per month
• Forgivable loan up to $200,000
• PSLF eligible
• Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
• CME allowance
• Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match
• Customizable schedule and appointment slots
• 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

Woodland is a historic and agriculturally rooted city located in Yolo County, about 15–20 miles northwest of Sacramento, offering a blend of small‑city charm and modern growth.

As the county seat, Woodland features a well‑preserved downtown with numerous historic buildings that reflect its strong heritage and early agricultural development.

With a population of roughly 61,000 residents, Woodland offers a welcoming environment with a small‑town feel, diverse cultural influences, and access to parks, local dining, and community events such as the long‑running Yolo County Fair.

Its mix of historic character, affordability, and proximity to Sacramento and Davis makes it an appealing place for families, students, and professionals. Geographically, Woodland is perfectly situated for easy access to some of California's most beloved destinations.

It is only about a 1.5-hour drive to San Francisco, allowing residents to enjoy the city's world-class dining, arts, and entertainment. Napa Valley, famous for its stunning vineyards and wineries, is just an hour away, providing an ideal spot for weekend getaways.

For those who love outdoor adventures, Lake Tahoe is a two-hour drive, offering year-round activities from skiing and snowboarding in the winter to hiking and boating in the summer.

Davis' prime location ensures that residents can easily balance the tranquility of small-town living with the excitement of nearby urban and natural attractions.

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.