Physician, Geriatrician (Santa Rosa, CA)

About the role

Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods (SMGR) is recruiting a Board-Certified Geriatrician to join our established Geriatric practice within Sutter Senior Care. This is an exciting opportunity to practice in a team-based, value-driven outpatient setting focused on delivering high-quality care to older adults, particularly those with complex medical and social needs.

Position Highlights

• Established Senior Care clinic model within a value-based care framework
• Focus on complex, vulnerable Medicare populations
• Collaborative multi-disciplinary care teams
• Opportunity to impact quality, outcomes, and patient experience
• Mission-driven environment supporting healthy aging and dignity in care
• Outpatient-only setting
• Monday through Friday clinic schedule
• Shared call with physician and APC team
• Emphasis on value-based, panel-oriented care

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient care for geriatric patients
• Diagnose and manage chronic and complex conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cognitive disorders)
• Deliver preventive care, screenings, and immunizations tailored to seniors
• Manage polypharmacy and medication safety
• Collaborate with APCs, nurses, social workers, and specialists to deliver coordinated care
• Coordinate referrals and support care transitions across settings
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management and healthy aging
• Participate in team huddles, quality initiatives, and value-based care programs

Qualifications

• MD or DO; Board Certified in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine
• Valid and unrestricted California medical license (or eligibility)
• Experience in outpatient geriatrics or primary care preferred
• Experience in interdisciplinary, team-based care models preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and patient engagement skills
• Passion for caring for older adults and underserved populations

Pay

Competitive base salary aligned with primary care compensation: $310,000 - $340,000
Potential Incentive bonus up to $50K per Year {tied to quality and performance metrics}

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Includes paid CME, paid time-off, pension plan and 401(k), life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and cell phone reimbursement
• Malpractice and tail insurance coverage
• Relocation allowance and sign-on bonus
• Retailment program and additional incentives available

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.

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

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