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Sutter Medical Group3mo ago

Physician, Pediatric Critical Care Medical Director (Sacramento, CA)

Sacramento, California · Full-time
~$450,000SalaryDr est.
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Physician, Pediatric Critical Care Medical Director (Sacramento, CA)
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Sutter Medical Group

Physician, Pediatric Critical Care Medical Director (Sacramento, CA)

Sacramento, CaliforniaPosted 3mo agoattending physician
~$450,000SalaryDr Signal· Limited coverage

Reported by 5 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Critical Care·Full-time·Flexible schedule options available
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Overview

Location
Sacramento, California
Schedule
Flexible schedule options available
SalaryDr Signal range
$445k – $490k

5 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Tertiary care children's center · Hospital

Role summary

This position is a Pediatric Critical Care Medical Director role at a tertiary care children's center in Sacramento with a 20-bed PICU/CVICU, strong teaching responsibilities, flexible scheduling, leadership protected time, and a signing bonus up to $20,000. The practice includes a complex pediatric population and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Primarily inpatient pediatric critical care
  • Patient population: Diverse, medically complex pediatric population including congenital heart disease and ECMO patients
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$445k–$490k · $450k median
$440kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$495k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$445k – $490k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
5 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Signing bonus
$20,000
Physician-reported total comp$445k–$490k · $450k median
$440kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$495k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 5 recent, verified physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

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Employer

Sutter Medical Group

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Facility & Community

Sacramento, California
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Facility details
Practice setting
Tertiary care children's center
Facility type
Hospital
Beds
20
Patient population
Diverse, medically complex pediatric population including congenital heart disease and ECMO patients
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
California
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Tertiary care children's center

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is the $20,000 signing bonus subject to repayment or clawback, and over what commitment period?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Flexible schedule options available
Patient volume
20-bed general PICU/CVICU plus 40-bed general pediatric unit, largest NICU in Northern California, robust newborn nursery, dedicated Pediatric ED
Inpatient / outpatient
primarily inpatient pediatric critical care
Admin burden
0.45 FTE protected administrative/leadership time
Teaching
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
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Salary label
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First seen
3 wk ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
90%
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Full description

Opportunity Information Sutter Medical Group seeks to hire a highly qualified and passionate Pediatric Critical Care Medical Director for Sutter Medical Center Sacramento Children's Center to lead and oversee the clinical operations and strategic programmatic growth of the PICU/CVICU. This role partners closely with hospital administration and multidisciplinary teams to advance patient safety, clinical quality, operational effectiveness, and the strategic vision of pediatric inpatient services. Practice Setting Our pediatric intensivists provide care for a diverse and medically complex pediatric population including a robust complex congenital heart disease cardiovascular surgery division and award winning ECMO program within a 20-bed general PICU/CVICU located in a tertiary care children's center. The center also includes 40-bed general pediatric unit 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. Leadership & Program Oversight Communication & Collaboration Foster strong, trusting relationships with physicians, nursing leadership, hospital staff, and administration Serve as a liaison across specialties to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care Quality & Safety Champion clinical quality initiatives and patient safety efforts Lead quality improvement activities and support regulatory readiness Clinical Operations Provide medical leadership and oversight to ensure high standards of care delivery Support clinical protocols, coverage models, and operational efficiency Education & Training Promote education, mentoring, and professional development of medical staff, fellows, residents, and medical students Support a culture of learning and continuous improvement Outreach & Strategic Growth Contribute to strategic planning for the growth and evolution of pediatric inpatient services Interface with community regional partners to improve care and access Represent the PICU within the organization and community when appropriate Qualifications MD or DO with board certification in Pediatric Critical Care Eligibility for medical licensure in California. Cardiac ICU and ECMO experience Minimum 5 years of post-fellowship clinical and/or leadership experience preferred. Proven leadership in clinical program development, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Strong commitment to patient/family care, quality, and teaching. Leadership Competencies & Skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills Collaborative leadership style with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams Strong consensus-building and team-development abilities Experience in negotiation and conflict resolution Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities Join Us and Enjoy Generous compensation package 0.45 protected administrative/leadership time Productivity bonus Sign-on bonus up to $20,000 Relocation assistance up to $20,000 Shareholder track COG Member Institution 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. 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.

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