Physician - Ophthalmology (Yuba City, CA)

Sutter Health

Details

Posted:

10-Sep-26

Location:

Yuba City, California

Categories:

Physicians/Surgeons

Internal Number:

2026-5498

Opportunity Information:

Sutter North Medical Group (SNMG) seeks to hire a BE/BC General Ophthalmologist to join our dynamic team in Yuba City, CA.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive eye exams to assess vision and detect eye diseases or abnormalities

Diagnose and manage acute and chronic eye conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy

Perform surgical procedures such as cataract surgery, laser treatments, and other ophthalmologic interventions (if applicable to subspecialty)

Prescribe medications and corrective lenses as needed

Interpret diagnostic testing results (e.g., OCT, visual fields, fundus photography)

Educate patients on eye care, treatment plans, and preventive measures

Maintain accurate and timely patient records in the electronic medical record (EMR) system

Collaborate with optometrists, primary care providers, and other specialists for coordinated patient care

Stay current with advancements in ophthalmology through continuing education

Qualifications:

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology residency program

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology

Active (or eligible for) CA state medical license

Fellowship training in a subspecialty (e.g., retina, cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastic) preferred but not required

Strong clinical and surgical skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal 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

Robust retirement program

Advanced practice technology, including EPIC

A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle

Organization Details:

Sutter North Medical Group is a 100+ member multi-specialty medical group where primary and specialty physicians and staff provide personalized care in offices throughout Yuba-Sutter in Northern California. Affiliation with not-for-profit Sutter Health provides Sutter North Medical Group physicians access to a network of health care professionals, services, and facilities, enabling them to care for patients of all ages with any medical condition.

Community Information:

The Yuba Sutter region is a Northern California getaway for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the outdoors, locally grown food, rich history, diverse cultures, art, and so much more! The Yuba City Metropolitan Area has a lot to offer its diverse population of close to 200,000 residents. Its unique location maintains the atmosphere and friendliness of a family-focused community while being part of the larger Sacramento Region of 2.4 million residents. The area offers affordable quality living and easy access to outdoor activities, including hiking, boating, and fishing. Yuba City is 45 minutes from downtown Sacramento and about 35 minutes from the Sacramento International Airport. Centrally located, it is only 2 hours from the world-renowned ski resorts of Lake Tahoe or the beautiful Bay of San Francisco.

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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