Physician - Ophthalmology (Yuba City, CA)

General Ophthalmologist Opportunity

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.

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