Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a Board Certified/Board Eligible Sports Podiatrist to join our growing Orthopedics and Sports Medicine program in Sacramento, CA.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of Sutter Health's flagship Orthopedics and Sports Medicine destination center, a 120,000-square-foot, four-story facility designed to provide comprehensive musculoskeletal care for athletes and active individuals throughout Northern California. The center will serve patients ranging from youth and high school athletes to collegiate, professional, and recreational athletes while delivering a seamless, multidisciplinary patient experience.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive foot and ankle care with a focus on sports-related injuries, overuse conditions, fracture management, return-to-play evaluations, biomechanics, and performance optimization. The position offers close collaboration with orthopedic sports medicine surgeons, foot and ankle surgeons, primary care sports medicine physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and advanced practice providers.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to help build a premier sports medicine destination while participating in community outreach, athlete education, and program development initiatives.

Qualifications

• DPM degree from an accredited institution
• Board Certified/Board Eligible by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency (PMSR), with Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle training preferred
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in sports medicine, biomechanics, and athletic injury management
• Experience treating acute and chronic foot and ankle conditions in active populations preferred
• Expertise in non-operative and operative management of sports-related foot and ankle injuries
• Interest in collaboration with orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, rehabilitation, and athletic performance teams
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and multidisciplinary practice
• Community engagement, educational, and program development interests strongly preferred

Join Us and Enjoy

• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation stipend
• Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance
• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
• Robust, award-winning retirement: 100% 401(k) match + profit sharing contribution
• CME allowance + separate license reimbursement
• 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 apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.