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Pediatric Residency Program Director – Physician Leader | Academic Opportunity | Sacramento, CA
Sutter Medical Group
📍 Lincoln, US
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Job description
<p><strong>Shape the Next Generation of Pediatricians in California's Capital!</strong></p><p><strong>Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a dynamic, visionary Program Director for our Pediatric Residency Program in Sacramento, California.</strong></p><p>This 1.0 FTE role includes 0.5 FTE protected time as Program Director and 0.5 FTE in clinical practice (general pediatrics or pediatric subspecialty). This is a rare opportunity to lead, innovate, and build within a growing academic program while maintaining meaningful clinical engagement.</p><p><strong>As Program Director, you will:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Direct all operations of the Pediatric Residency Program</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with ABP, ACGME, and institutional standards</p></li><li><p>Lead strategic planning for resident recruitment, education, and retention</p></li><li><p>Foster a culture of excellence in teaching, mentorship, and patient care</p></li><li><p>Oversee clinical training experiences across ambulatory and inpatient settings</p></li><li><p>Collaborate closely with faculty, hospital leadership, and GME administration</p></li></ul><p>You will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future pediatric workforce while delivering high-quality clinical care alongside residents and faculty.</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Documented educational and administrative experience acceptable to the ACGME Pediatrics Review Committee.</p></li><li><p>Actively involved in clinical care of patients.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of health care delivery and administration, as well as legal and ethical issues related to health care.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work with a team approach to management. Ability to work as a member of a team to solicit input from other affected departments or individuals, communicate pertinent information to other team members, and support team decisions.</p></li><li><p>Ability to be persuasive and diplomatic in encouraging teamwork and cooperation in the pursuit of excellence in service.</p></li><li><p>Ability to communicate effectively and exercise sound and responsible judgment.</p></li><li><p>Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal. Ability to establish constructive working relationships with all levels of management and employees in a staff of varied and diverse backgrounds.</p></li><li><p>Ability to handle difficult or confrontational situations in a calm, consistent, and equitable manner.</p></li><li><p>Ability to supervise others and delegate effectively.</p></li><li><p>Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.</p></li><li><p>Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.</p></li><li><p>Ability to effectively represent the program's interests in the community; maintaining effective working relationships among public, private, and professional groups.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Current California medical license and Board Certification in Pediatrics.</p></li><li><p>As required for appropriate clinical privileges.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Join Us and Enjoy:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Program Director Compensation: $175/hour for 1,043 hours/year ($182,525)</p></li><li><p>Additional 0.5 FTE clinical compensation (based on specialty)</p></li><li><p>Zero-cost medical insurance</p></li><li><p>Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents</p></li><li><p>Award-winning 100% 401(k) match</p></li><li><p>EPIC electronic health record</p></li><li><p>Positive work-life balance in Northern California</p></li></ul><p><strong>Organization Details:</strong></p><p>Sutter Medical Group is a thriving, 1,600+ clinician multi-specialty medical group serving communities across the greater Sacramento Valley. We are proud to be part of Sutter Health, recognized by Forbes as one of <strong>America's Best Employers</strong> for its commitment to excellence, diversity, and workplace culture. SMG has also been recognized as a Top Performing Physician Group by the Integrated Healthcare Association. Our physicians practice in a financially stable, collaborative organization that values clinical excellence, innovation, and leadership.</p><p><strong>Live & Lead in Sacramento, California:</strong></p><p>Sacramento offers an exceptional blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle.</p><p><strong>Why Physicians Love Sacramento:</strong></p><ul><li><p>California's capital city with a growing academic and healthcare presence</p></li><li><p>Known as America's "Farm-to-Fork Capital" with an outstanding culinary scene</p></li><li><p>More affordable housing compared to the Bay Area</p></li><li><p>Tree-lined neighborhoods and family-friendly communities</p></li><li><p>Over 250 days of sunshine annually</p></li><li><p>Outdoor recreation along the American River Parkway</p></li><li><p>90 minutes to Lake Tahoe skiing and hiking</p></li><li><p>2 hours to San Francisco and Napa Valley</p></li><li><p>Home of the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center</p></li></ul><p>Sacramento offers big-city amenities with a more relaxed pace-making it an ideal place to build a career, raise a family, and enjoy Northern California's natural beauty.</p><p></p>