Physician, Orthopedics, Hospitalist; Sacramento, CA

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Physician, Orthopedics, Hospitalist (Sacramento, CA)

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a Supplemental Orthopedic Hospitalist Program to join our dynamic team in Sacramento, CA.

We are seeking a Supplemental Orthopedic Hospitalist to provide intermittent coverage within our Adult Orthopedic Surgery Hospitalist Program. This role is ideal for physicians who maintain an ambulatory practice but wish to contribute to inpatient orthopedic care on an as‑needed basis.

• Provide inpatient orthopedic care during scheduled 24‑hour shifts.
• Respond to urgent consults and manage perioperative care.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, APCs, and hospital staff to ensure timely and effective patient care.
• Complete all required documentation, transfer‑of‑care tasks, and participate in multidisciplinary discussions as needed.

• Intermittent 24‑hour shifts based on program needs.
• Must maintain one‑hour response time during off‑site hours.

• Shift‑Based Pay: Supplemental physicians are compensated per 24‑hour shift according to the SMG Supplemental Shift Rate Table (paid monthly after shifts worked).
  • $4,025 per 24‑hr shift

• MD or DO with Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery or relevant subspecialty.
• Active California medical license and DEA certification.
• Ability to provide high‑quality care in a collaborative hospital environment.
• Flexible availability for intermittent coverage.

• Advanced practice technology, including EPIC
• A positive work‑life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle

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.

Sacramento, a charming city in California's Sacramento County, is an ideal place to live, offering a blend of suburban comfort and proximity to some of the state's most iconic attractions. Its prime location means that residents can easily access major tourist destinations such as San Francisco, Napa Valley, and Lake Tahoe. This makes weekend getaways to explore the vibrant city life, world‑renowned wine country, and stunning mountain landscapes both convenient and appealing.

Whether it's enjoying the snowy slopes in winter, the serene beaches along the Pacific Ocean, or the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains, Rocklin provides a perfect base for year‑round outdoor adventures. In addition to its strategic location, Rocklin boasts a welcoming community and a high quality of life. The city is known for its excellent schools, well‑maintained parks, and a variety of recreational activities that cater to families and individuals alike.

Community events and local amenities further enhance the living experience, fostering a strong sense of belonging among residents. With its safe neighborhoods, robust local economy, and the natural beauty that surrounds it, Rocklin truly stands out as a great place to call home.

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.