Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified General Neurologist to join the Department of Cognitive & Behavioral Neurosciences within the SMG Neuroscience Service Line in Folsom, California
We welcome applicants from the following backgrounds:
Academic, Research & Technology Opportunities
• Graduate Medical Education: Participate in teaching, curriculum development, and mentorship for the emerging Neurology Residency Program, along with other learners.
• Research & Innovation: Candidates with an academic or research interest in dementia, neurodegeneration, biomarkers, outcomes, or health-services research are especially encouraged to apply (interest preferred but not required). Opportunities exist to collaborate on novel therapies and delivery platforms, including focused ultrasound and blood–brain barrier modulation for targeted drug delivery as this work matures within the Neuroscience Service Line.
• Technology & Digital Care: Partner with the Neuroscience Service Line to leverage technology and mobile devices for cognitive screening, remote monitoring, caregiver support, and data-informed care pathways.
Leadership Pathway
• For interested and qualified candidates, there is a pathway to future consideration for the role of Department Chair for Cognitive & Behavioral Neurosciences, with responsibilities in program vision, faculty recruitment, and strategic development across the Neuroscience Service Line.
Qualifications
• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Neurology
• Eligibility for California medical licensure
• Demonstrated commitment to compassionate, patient- and family-centered care for individuals with cognitive disorders
Preferred Attributes
• Interest in program-building, recruitment, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Experience with or enthusiasm for disease-modifying therapies and infusion-based treatment
• Comfort with technology-enabled care, including EMR-based workflows, telehealth, and mobile cognitive screening tools
• Prior leadership, educational, or research experience/interest, is a plus
Why Join Us?
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.
Community Information
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.
Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, people-centered healthcare system providing comprehensive care throughout California. Sutter Health is committed to innovative, high-quality patient care and community partnerships, and innovative, high-quality patient care. Today, Sutter Health is pursuing a bold new plan to reach more people and make excellent healthcare more connected and accessible. The health system’s 57,000+ staff and clinicians and 12,000+ affiliated physicians currently serve more than 3 million patients with a focus on expanding opportunities to serve patients, people and communities better. Sutter Health provides exceptional, affordable care through its hospitals, medical groups, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care clinics, telehealth, home health and hospice services. Dedicated to transforming healthcare, at Sutter Health, getting better never stops.
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