SMG - Physician, Cardiovascular Surgery Intensivist (Sacramento)

Sutter Health • Sacramento, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sutter Medical Center Sacramento is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Critical Care Physician with expertise in, or a strong interest in, ECMO and advanced circulatory support to join our expanding Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) program. This position offers a unique opportunity to practice at the highest level of cardiovascular critical care within a mature, multidisciplinary program encompassing advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, ECMO, complex cardiac surgery, and heart transplantation. As a member of our team, you will help shape the continued growth and innovation of one of Northern California's premier cardiovascular critical care programs.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Eligibility for unrestricted California medical licensure prior to employment
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in: Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Anesthesiology Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine Critical Care, or an Equivalent critical care training pathway

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ECMO, cardiac surgical critical care, or mechanical circulatory support
• Strong critical care procedural expertise
• Demonstrated clinical judgment and collaborative practice skills
• Interest in leadership, quality improvement, program development, and education
• Experienced physicians and highly motivated recent fellowship graduates seeking advanced ECMO and CVICU experience

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert cardiovascular and surgical critical care
• Manage complex ECMO and mechanical circulatory support patients
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and coordinated care planning
• Independently perform critical care procedures
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and program development
• Support physician, APP, nursing, and ECMO specialist education
• Participate in governance, accreditation, and community outreach activities

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• CME allowance and professional development support
• Professional liability (malpractice) coverage
• Award-winning 401(k) match & Retirement options
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level