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Sutter Health
Sacramento, California

Physician, Neonatology (Sacramento, CA)

NeonatologyIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group is seeking Board Eligible/Board Certified Neonatologists to join our dynamic and growing neonatal care team in Northern California. This is an exciting opportunity to practice in high-acuity, high-volume NICUs within a collaborative, forward-thinking health system committed to excellence in patient care.

About Our NICUs

  • Sutter Medical Center – Sacramento
  • Level IV Regional NICU with 61 beds, expanding to 81 beds

~1,200 admissions annually

  • Advanced care for the most complex neonatal cases
  • Sutter Roseville Medical Center – Roseville
  • 16-bed community NICU (Level II/III), also expanding

~450 admissions annually

Together, these facilities offer a diverse, high-impact clinical experience across both community and regional settings.

  • Advanced Clinical Capabilities
  • You’ll have access to cutting-edge technology and comprehensive support, including:
  • Conventional, high-frequency ventilation, advanced non-invasive ventilation, and inhaled nitric oxide therapies
  • Pre-surgical and pre-ECMO management for complex congenital heart disease
  • Therapeutic whole-body hypothermia for HIE
  • Full spectrum of pediatric subspecialty support
  • Dedicated regional transport team (air and ground) serving 27 counties
  • Advanced therapies—high-frequency ventilation, nitric oxide, and therapeutic hypothermia—available during transport

Clinical Excellence You Can Be Proud Of

  • We are deeply committed to evidence-based care and exceptional outcomes. Among NICUs across California, we consistently achieve:
  • One of the highest survival rates without significant morbidity for very low birth weight neonates

We believe in transparency and collaboration and are proud to share our outcomes data with prospective physicians.

Why Join Sutter Medical Group?

  • Be part of a collaborative, physician-led organization
  • Work alongside a strong network of medical and surgical subspecialists

Practice in a region that offers excellent quality of life, with access to both urban amenities and outdoor recreation

Join us in shaping the future of neonatal care while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.

Qualifications

  • What We’re Looking For
  • We are seeking passionate, engaged neonatologists who are excited to:
  • Deliver outstanding neonatal care
  • Contribute to quality improvement initiatives
  • Participate in teaching and mentorship
  • Engage in hospital committees and outreach education
  • Help shape and grow a leading neonatal program
  • Board Eligible/Board Certified
  • Neonatology/Pediatric experience preferred
  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • 2-year income guarantee with shareholder track
  • Productivity bonus
  • Sign-on bonus up to $20,000
  • Relocation assistance up to $20,000
  • Flexible schedule options available
  • PSLF eligible
  • Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
  • CME allowance
  • Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match
  • 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

Deliver high-impact neonatal care in Level IV and Level II/III NICUs, managing complex cases and utilizing advanced ventilation therapies. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, mentorship, and the growth of the neonatal program through hospital committees.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Inhaled Nitric Oxide TherapyPre-surgical ManagementClinical ResearchEPIC EHR

Neonatology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Neonatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 68% have no call, 30% require no weekends.

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 2.8
Better work-life than 80% of Neonatology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 77 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

2-year income guarantee with shareholder track
Productivity bonus
Sign-on bonus up to $20,000
Relocation assistance up to $20,000
Flexible schedule options
PSLF eligible
Zero-cost medical insurance
CME allowance