Physician - Ophthalmology (Yuba City, CA)

Sutter Health

Yuba City, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Cataract, Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Diabetes, Diversity, Electronic Medical Records, Eye Diseases/Disorders, Fellowship, Glaucoma, Health Insurance, Healthcare Providers, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Conditions, Medications, Nonprofit, Ophthalmology, Patient Care, Patient Education, Photography, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Professional Services, Surgical Procedures, Time Management, Treatment Plan, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Yuba City, CA
POSTED
28 days ago

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 the Company

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Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1921
WEBSITE
https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/