Physician, Rheumatology (Fairfield, CA)

Sutter Health

Details

Posted:

10-Sep-26

Location:

Fairfield, California

Categories:

Physicians/Surgeons

Internal Number:

2025-3893

Opportunity Information:

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Rheumatologist to join our growing, physician-led multispecialty practice in Fairfield, California.

This is an exceptional opportunity to quickly establish a thriving rheumatology practice while enjoying the support, resources, and stability of one of Northern California's leading integrated healthcare systems.

Opportunity Highlights

Turn-key opportunity with strong referral networks and the ability to build a busy practice quickly

Collaborate with experienced rheumatology colleagues in a supportive, team-oriented environment

Outpatient-focused practice with no inpatient call responsibilities

Flexible scheduling, including the option for a 4-day work week

Practice autonomy while benefiting from the resources of a large multispecialty medical group

State-of-the-art technology, including EPIC electronic health records

Opportunity to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance

Qualifications:

Board eligible/Board certified

Join Us and Enjoy:

Competitive salary: $296,975

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Relocation assistance up to $20,000 for qualified candidates

Award-winning 100% 401(k) match

Comprehensive benefits package

Zero-cost medical insurance options

Paid medical benefits for employees and eligible dependents

Generous CME allowance and professional development support

Robust retirement program

Shareholder eligibility

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:

Located between the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento, Fairfield offers an exceptional quality of life with convenient access to some of California's most desirable destinations.

Residents enjoy:

Easy access to both San Francisco and Sacramento

Just 30 minutes from world-renowned Napa Valley

Affordable housing compared to neighboring Bay Area communities

Outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and golf

Family-friendly neighborhoods and highly rated schools

Diverse dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions

Whether you're seeking career growth, schedule flexibility, or a vibrant Northern California lifestyle, Fairfield offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment.

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.

About Sutter Health

Sutter Health is one of the nation's leading community-based, not-for-profit healthcare systems, delivering comprehensive care through hospitals, medical groups, ambulatory centers, and home health and hospice services. Guided by a mission-driven commitment to improving community health, Sutter fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth for more than 57,000 clinicians and employees across Northern California and the Central Coast. Its integrated network spans communities from urban centers to rural regions—reaching from the Oregon border to the San Joaquin Valley, from the Pacific Coast to the Sierra foothills, and south to Santa Barbara. These locations place physicians and care teams near many of California's most desirable destinations, including San Francisco, Sacramento, Napa Valley, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, the coastal redwoods, and the beaches of Santa Barbara. In 2026, Sutter Health was recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, in addition to being named among the Best-in-State Employers and one of Becker's Hospital Review's Top Places to Work in Healthcare. These recognitions reflect a sustained commitment to supporting ... Show more Show less

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