Physician, Neurosurgery-Neuro​/Spine; Sacramento, CA

Description

We are seeking a board certified or board eligible neurosurgeon with a focus on complex cranial surgery to join a high-performing, integrated neuroscience group within Sutter Medical Group. The primary practice location for this role is Sutter Medical Center Sacramento (Midtown Sacramento). This position will support comprehensive stroke care and advanced cranial neurosurgery across the Sutter Valley hospitals.

• Board certified/Board eligible
• Clinical Focus
  Open cerebrovascular surgery, including aneurysm clipping
  Open and/or endoscopic skull base surgery
  Management of complex cranial and skull base pathology in collaboration with multidisciplinary stroke, neurocritical care, neurointerventional, ENT, and trauma teams
• Training and Experience
  Board certified or board eligible in Neurosurgery
  Fellowship training or equivalent experience in open cerebrovascular surgery and/or skull base surgery
  Demonstrated experience with low-frequency, high-acuity cranial cases
  Strong interest in collaborative, team-based care within an integrated health system
• Call Structure
  Participation in a unified neurosurgery call panel with the neurosurgeon on call serving as the primary physician for neurosurgical emergencies, with established escalation pathways for rare, highly specialized cases
• Additional Opportunities
  In addition to the primary Sacramento-based practice, opportunities may exist for participation in cranial and trauma call at Sutter Roseville Medical Center
  , depending on interest, privileges, and system needs.

• Step into a unique opportunity at our community hospital, where private pay meets the energy of academic medicine.
• We have the perfect blend of clinical autonomy and academic engagement, including
  • Supportive and collaborative environment with other neurosurgeons, neurologist & neuro hospitalists with various backgrounds including spine, general neurology, epilepsy, and stroke
  • Thrombectomy-capable stroke center with 24/7 neuro-interventional, neurocritical care, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, MRI/CT, and cEEG coverage
  • Diverse patient population with a variety of interesting pathology
  • Thriving neurosciences department with multiple subspecialties
  • New neurology residency program launching in 2026
  • Strong support from a community-based academic hospital with multiple GME programs and research support
  • Complex deformity practice
• Whether you're looking to grow your career, shape future neurosurgeons & neurologist, or enjoy a balanced practice environment-this is where it all comes together.
• Additional benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Advanced practice technology, including EPIC and RAPID AI
  • Looking at obtaining EOS system
  • Neuro navigator
  • A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle
  • 2-year income guarantee with shareholder track
  • Guaranteed base salary
  • Relocation assistance of up to $20,000
  • Group paid malpractice and tail coverage
  • Signing bonus up to $20,000
  • Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
  • Annual CME allowance
  • Award-winning, 100% 401(k) match
  • Robust retirement
  • Advanced practice technology, including EPIC
  • A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is a vibrant and talented community committed to delivering safe, affordable and high-quality care. Our multi-specialty medical group is comprised of over 1,600 clinicians practicing in seven counties in northern California, most within a 50‑mile radius of Sacramento. SMG contains primary care and specialty Physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians — nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, licensed clinical social workers and licensed marriage and family therapists, who make up about 20% of our group.

Our clinicians not only excel in clinical practice but are also actively engaged in teaching, research, leadership, community outreach, and volunteer work. SMG has earned both local and national recognition for excellence in patient care and experience.

Sacramento, the capital city of California, offers an exceptional quality of life that makes it a great place to live. One…