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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Orthopedic Surgery (Sacramento, CA)

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Sutter Health

Sacramento, CA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/24/2026

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Job Description

Opportunity Information Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a full-time Advance Practice Clinician (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join a collaborative Orthopedic Surgery team serving the Sacramento markets. This role supports clinic, operating room, and inpatient rounding functions and is designed for clinicians who value schedule variety, broad orthopedic exposure, and team-based practice. Estimated Work Distribution 40% Clinic 40% Operating Room (OR assistance) 20%
Inpatient Rounds Call & Weekend Coverage ER Call :
Not required for
APCs Weekend Coverage :
Optional paid hourly opportunities for inpatient support, compensated above base salary
Clinical Volume & Scope Clinic Volume :
Full day: ~18-20 patients Half day: ~10-12 patients
Patient Population :
Broad age range from pediatrics to geriatrics
Specialty Scope :
General Orthopedics including sports medicine, joint care, hand surgery, and trauma exposure related to physician call responsibilities
Technology :
Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR); robotic-assisted surgery planned for future implementation Qualifications Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (PA or NP) Minimum one year of clinical experience Ideal backgrounds include Emergency Medicine, inpatient medicine, or surgical care Comfortable with inpatient rounding, OR assistance, and clinic-based care Join Us and Enjoy Generous compensation with bonus potential (up to 10%) Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match Relocation assistance up to $20,000 CME allowance ($1,500 + 5 CME days) Robust retirement program 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
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  • 1" data-turn-id="f683eb78-0a08-4038-bd29-02d97fa9994d" data-testid="conversation-turn-10" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> Sacramento, California is the vibrant capital of the state, known for its blend of historic charm, diverse neighborhoods, and steadily growing innovation in healthcare and technology.
The city offers a highly livable environment with tree-lined streets, expansive park systems, and a thriving food and arts scene. Sacramento's central location provides easy access to the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, wine country, and the Sierra Nevada, making it ideal for both outdoor enthusiasts and urban professionals. With its expanding healthcare footprint and strong community feel, Sacramento continues to attract families, physicians, and young professionals looking for opportunity and balance. 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.