Pediatric Endocrinologist | Pediatric Diabetes, Clinical Research & Innovation | Sacramento, CA
Job Description
Shape the Future of Pediatric Endocrinology with One of California's Leading Integrated Health Systems
Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Pediatric Endocrinologist to join our growing, multidisciplinary Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes Program in Sacramento, California.
This is an outstanding opportunity to practice in a collaborative, physician-led environment that combines the innovation and intellectual engagement of an academic setting with the stability and resources of one of California's premier integrated healthcare systems. Whether your passion is delivering exceptional clinical care, advancing pediatric endocrine research, expanding diabetes services, or developing innovative programs, you'll have the support and infrastructure to thrive.
Why Join Sutter Pediatric Endocrinology?
Our comprehensive Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes Program is recognized for delivering exceptional care while advancing research and innovation throughout Northern California.
Program Highlights:
Care for more than 25,000 pediatric patients, including over 1,500 children with diabetes
Participate in 8 active clinical trials
Join a nationally recognized program honored for innovation in diabetes care
Robust and expanding clinical research enterprise with dedicated research infrastructure
Strong institutional support for physician-investigators and research initiatives
Academic-style collaboration without the pressures of a traditional academic practice
Collaborative Multidisciplinary Team
Become part of a highly supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient care.
You'll work alongside:
6 Pediatric Endocrinologists
3 fully integrated Advanced Practice Providers (NPs/PAs)
Dedicated Research Coordinator
Area Manager and Research Manager
Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (CDCES)
Registered Dietitians
Embedded care coordination and population health teams
Life@Sutter pediatric weight management program
Pediatric Endocrine & Nutrition Services (PENS)
Multidisciplinary pediatric diabetes team
Our culture emphasizes physician collaboration, shared decision-making, APC-physician partnership, and long-term sustainability.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a physician who is passionate about improving the lives of children with endocrine disorders while contributing to the continued growth of our program.
Ideal candidates are:
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Endocrinology
Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care
Interested in diabetes management, complex endocrine disorders, and program development
Collaborative, innovative, and committed to continuous improvement
Interested in clinical research (prior research experience is welcomed but not required)
Physicians with advanced research training, including PhD or MPH degrees, are encouraged to apply, though these are not required.
Early-career and experienced physicians are equally welcome.
What We Offer
Competitive salary: $275,000 annually
Flexible scheduling
Physician-led, not-for-profit integrated healthcare system
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
Sign-on incentive for eligible candidates
Excellent administrative and clinical support
Zero-cost medical insurance options
Comprehensive health benefits for physicians and eligible dependents
Award-winning 401(k) with 100% employer match
Generous CME allowance
EPIC electronic health record
Exceptional work-life balance
Why Sacramento?
Sacramento offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and California lifestyle. As the state's capital and the renowned Farm-to-Fork Capital, the city features award-winning restaurants, vibrant neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a thriving arts and cultural scene.
Enjoy weekends exploring nearby Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and San Francisco, all within easy driving distance. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate year-round recreation, while sports fans can cheer on the Sacramento Kings and Major League Baseball.
Whether you're seeking a dynamic urban environment, family-friendly communities, or easy access to Northern California's most iconic destinations, Sacramento offers an exceptional place to build both your career and your life.
About Sutter Medical Group
Sutter Medical Group is a physician-led, multispecialty medical group of more than 1,600 physicians and advanced practice clinicians serving communities throughout Northern California. Our clinicians are supported by an integrated health system that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, quality care, research, and physician leadership.
Join a team where you'll have the resources to practice outstanding medicine while making a meaningful impact on children's lives every day.
Job ID: 2026-4928
Contact Us
To apply, please visit: https://cliniciancareers.sutterhealth.org/job/sacramento/physician-pediatric-endocrinology-sacramento-ca/46974/91937029088
Questions? Contact:
Nick Billmaier, Physician Recruiter
Careers@sutterhealth.org
Company Description
Sutter Health is one of the nation’s leading community-based, not-for-profit healthcare networks, delivering comprehensive care through hospitals, physician organizations, ambulatory centers, and home health and hospice services. Guided by a mission-driven commitment to improving community health, Sutter Health fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth for more than 50,000 clinicians and staff across Northern California and the Central Coast.
Our integrated network spans diverse communities—from major metropolitan hubs to rural towns—stretching from the Oregon border to the San Joaquin Valley, the Pacific Coast to the Sierra Foothills, and south to Santa Barbara. These regions place our physicians and care teams near many of California’s most sought-after 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, reinforcing our standing as an employer of choice nationwide. We were also named among Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers and recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the nation’s Top Places to Work in Healthcare. These honors reflect our commitment to supporting physicians and care teams with the resources, leadership, and work-life balance needed to thrive.
Our affiliated medical groups include:
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group
Sutter East Bay Medical Group
Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods
Sutter West Bay Medical Group
Sutter Medical Group
Sutter North Medical Group
Sansum Santa Barbara Medical Clinic
Together, we are building a physician-led, patient-centered system of care dedicated to excellence, equity, and the future of healthcare.