Sutter Health·Elk Grove, California
The physician will join a multidisciplinary team to provide non-interventional pain management to a diverse adult patient population, focusing on complex cases. Responsibilities include medication management, collaboration on adjunctive therapies, counseling on lifestyle modifications, and providing a consultative role.
Opportunity Information Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeking non-interventional pain management physician for our Elk Grove, CA location. We are seeking a non-interventional pain management physician to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing non-interventional pain management to a diverse adult patient population. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in a comprehensive approach to pain management for complex patients incorporating medication management (including opioids), collaboration with other clinicians to include adjunctive therapies, counseling regarding lifestyle modifications and providing a consultative role.
Residency training in PM&R, neurology, anesthesiology, psychiatry or family medicine Fellowship training in pain management or addiction medicine encouraged Board certified or board eligible California Medical License Skills and characteristics desired: o Compassionate and collaborative approach o Experience in managing complex chronic pain patients in an outpatient setting o Understanding and familiarity of current standard of care and guidelines for opioid management o Willingness to adhere to federal and state guidelines for safe prescribing practices o Outpatient care only (no in-patient care) Join Us and Enjoy 2-year income guarantee with shareholder track Competitive base salary Value based compensation Relocation assistance of up to $20,000 Group paid malpractice and tail coverage Signing bonus up to $20,000 Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents Annual CME allowance Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match Robust retirement 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. 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.
Candidates must have completed residency training in PM&R, neurology, anesthesiology, psychiatry, or family medicine, and should ideally have fellowship training in pain management or addiction medicine. Board certification or eligibility is required, along with a California Medical License.
Market context
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