Physician, GME Program Director: Pediatrics Residency (Sacramento, CA)

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, team-oriented founding Program Director for the Sutter Medical Center Sacramento Children's Center pediatric residency program. The Program Director (PD) will direct all operations of the Sutter Health Pediatrics Residency Program and oversee clinical patient care provided by residents and faculty. This role includes developing and leading strategic plans for high-quality resident recruitment, training, and retention, while ensuring compliance with ABP, ACGME, and Sutter Health institutional standards. In addition to this administrative role, the position offers comprehensive pediatric clinical opportunities within a highly collaborative, quality-focused, integrated health system.

Responsibilities

• Direct all operations of the Sutter Health Pediatrics Residency Program.
• Oversee clinical patient care provided by residents and faculty.
• Develop and lead strategic plans for resident recruitment, training, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with ABP, ACGME, and Sutter Health institutional standards.
• Provide residents with a superb training experience.

Qualifications

• Board certification in pediatrics and/or pediatric subspecialty.
• Documented educational and administrative experience acceptable to the ACGME Pediatrics Review Committee.
• Active involvement in clinical care of patients.
• Current California medical license.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics, as required for appropriate clinical privileges.

Pay

Program Director Compensation: $175/hour for 1043 hours/year = $182,525. This position includes 0.5 FTE dedicated time to serve as Program Director for our Pediatric Residency Program, as well as negotiable clinical FTE (0.25-0.5).

Benefits

• Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance.
• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents.
• Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match.
• Advanced practice technology, including EPIC.
• Positive work-life balance.

Medical Center

Within our Children's Center, residents will provide care for a diverse and medically complex pediatric population within a 40-bed general pediatric unit located in a tertiary care children’s center. The Center also includes:

• 20-bed CVICU/PICU.
• Northern California’s largest NICU.
• Robust newborn nursery service.
• Dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department.

Physicians work closely with a comprehensive complement of pediatric medical and surgical subspecialists, supported by a multidisciplinary team including social work, integrative medicine, pediatric pharmacy, and other pediatric-focused services.

Organization Details

Sutter Medical Group is a successful, 1,600+ member multi-specialty group offering physicians the opportunity to build their practices within a progressive, financially sound, and collaborative organization. SMG is recognized as a Top Performing Physician Group by the Integrated Healthcare Association. Our members provide the highest quality and most complete health care possible to the people in the communities we serve in the greater Sacramento Valley Area of Amador, Placer, Sacramento, Solano, and Yolo Counties.

Community Information

Sacramento, the capital city of California, offers an exceptional quality of life. Known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," it boasts a vibrant food scene with a plethora of restaurants, farmers' markets, and food festivals. The city has a strong sense of community, with various local events, cultural festivals, and activities. Strategically located, Sacramento provides easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, and Lake Tahoe, offering diverse landscapes and recreational opportunities. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the Sacramento Kings (NBA) and the newly relocated Oakland A's baseball team.