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Sutter Medical Group1mo ago

Pediatric Nocturnist | Tertiary Care Children’s Hospital | Sacramento, CA

Sacramento, California · Full-time
~$310,000SalaryDr est.
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Pediatric Nocturnist | Tertiary Care Children’s Hospital | Sacramento, CA
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Sutter Medical Group

Pediatric Nocturnist | Tertiary Care Children’s Hospital | Sacramento, CA

Sacramento, CaliforniaPosted 1mo agoattending physician
~$310,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 26 physicians · state cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Pediatrics·Full-time·night shifts (nocturnist) · in-house nocturnist coverage
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Overview

Location
Sacramento, California
Schedule
Night shifts (nocturnist) · In-house nocturnist coverage
SalaryDr Signal range
$266k – $376k

26 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Tertiary care children's hospital · Children's hospital

Role summary

This job is for a Pediatric Nocturnist at a tertiary care children's hospital with a 40-bed pediatric unit in Sacramento, CA. The role involves inpatient care for medically complex children with in-house nocturnist coverage and includes teaching responsibilities. A signing bonus up to $20,000 is offered.

What the posting highlights

  • In-house nocturnist
  • Care setting: Inpatient pediatric hospital medicine
  • Patient population: Medically complex pediatric 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$266k–$376k · $310k median
$253kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$389k

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

Compensation

What physicians report
$266k – $376k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
26 recent physician reports · state cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Signing bonus
$20,000
Physician-reported total comp$266k–$376k · $310k median
$253kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$389k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 26 recent, verified physician reports (state cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

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Sutter Medical Group

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Facility & Community

Sacramento, California
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Practice setting
Tertiary care children's hospital
Facility type
Children's hospital
Beds
40
Patient population
Medically complex pediatric patients
EHR
Not stated in posting
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Building sample
Active supply
California
Full-time
Transparent pay
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Work-life
Tertiary care children's hospital

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

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Work Design

Schedule
night shifts (nocturnist)
Call burden
in-house nocturnist coverage
Shift type
night
Inpatient / outpatient
inpatient pediatric hospital medicine
Coverage model
in-house nocturnist
Teaching
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
3 days ago
Extraction confidence
90%
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Full description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a BE/BC Pediatric Nocturnist to join our dynamic team in Sacramento, CA.

Join a high-performing pediatric hospital medicine team in a thriving tertiary care children's center.

We invite a dedicated Pediatric Hospitalist to join our well-established, collaborative pediatric hospital medicine program. This is an exciting opportunity for a physician who is passionate about caring for medically complex children in a dynamic, high-acuity environment while contributing to medical education, quality improvement, and program development.

Our team thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting that values interdisciplinary collaboration, academic engagement, and innovation in pediatric inpatient care.

Clinical Environment

You 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

  • 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.

Program Structure

  • 3 acute care teams daily

  • 2 Well-Baby Nursery teams (no delivery attendance)

  • In-house nocturnist coverage

  • Regional teleconsultation support for regional hospitals

  • Medical education participation with both residents and medical students

What we offer:

  • A highly collaborative pediatric hospital medicine team

  • Opportunities for clinical leadership and professional development

  • Teaching and academic engagement

  • Participation in quality improvement and innovation initiatives

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

  • Board-certified or board-eligible in General Pediatrics and/or Pediatric Hospital Medicine with strong pediatric inpatient experience

  • A commitment to caring for medically complex children

  • Enthusiasm for teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Join Us and Enjoy

  • Sign-on bonus of up to $20,000

  • Relocation assistance of up to $20,000 for qualified applicants

  • Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance

  • Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents

  • Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match

  • CME allowance

  • 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 a…

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