Body Radiologist

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a Physician – Body Radiologist to join an established Body Imaging team in Sacramento, California. This role involves a mix of high-end body imaging and general diagnostic radiology, with opportunities for additional income through optional flex shifts. The position offers a positive work-life balance within a subspecialty-structured radiology group.

Practice Info

• Imaging Work Mix: ~70% high-end body imaging (CT/MRI/advanced cross-sectional) and ~30% general diagnostic radiology
• Coverage Model: Primarily SMCS or SRMC; location varies by clinician residence
• Remote Reading: 1–2 remote shifts/week; all STAT shifts are remote
• Workflow & Tools: Visage PACS, EPIC EMR, Barco monitors, home setup included, AI-Doc triage tools, RADai, PowerScribe, REIT reading room assistants, DynaCAD, TeraRecon
• Subspecialty-structured radiology group with advanced practice technology

Responsibilities

• Perform ~70% high-end body imaging (CT/MRI/advanced cross-sectional) and ~30% general diagnostic radiology
• Execute core fluoroscopic procedures (HSGs, enemas, cystograms, diagnostic fluoro)
• Perform paracentesis, thoracentesis, and select biopsies for Davis/Auburn coverage
• Manage a daily volume of ~45 RVUs/day
• Participate in minimal phone/pager call (~once per month or less), with no onsite requirements

Compensation

• $700,000 Base compensation with opportunities to earn additional income through flex shifts
• $50k sign-on bonus (paid in 2 parts)
• Assistance with relocation expenses
• PLSF eligible
• Shareholder track
• CME allowance

Benefits

• Generous benefits, including employer-matched 401(k) and profit-sharing
• 10 weeks scheduled vacation

Shift & Schedule

• 179 shifts/yr (130 weekdays, 22 weekends, 27 evenings)
• Day shift: 8am - 6pm
• Evening shift: 12pm - 10pm
• Minimal phone/pager call (~once per month or less), no onsite requirements
• 4-day average work week
• Holidays are shared equitably
• Ability to work some shifts from home (Weekend, STAT, & Flex Shifts)

Requirements

• Board Certified/Eligible in Radiology by ABR
• Strong commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and team-based practice
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to perform core fluoroscopic procedures and (if applicable) basic US-guided or CT-guided procedures at secondary sites
• Comfort working across multisite integrated radiology networks
• Valid California medical license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Unrestricted DEA