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Posted 28 July, 2026

Academic Family Medicine Faculty Physician - Rural Residency | Flexible FTE + $320K+ Potential

Sutter Medical Group
Jackson, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Shape the Future of Rural Medicine with Sutter Medical Group!

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Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Family Medicine Physician to join our thriving Family Medicine Residency Program in Jackson, California as Core Faculty.

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This is a rare opportunity to combine academic medicine, rural full-scope practice, and meaningful community impact - all within a highly supportive, physician-led organization.

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If you're passionate about teaching, mentoring residents, and delivering high-quality care to a medically complex rural population, we invite you to join us.

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Explore the program:

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    Official website: https://www.suttermd.com/education/residency/family-medicine

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    Residency overview & 8-minute site tour: https://padlet.com/sutterfmrp/interview

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Position Highlights:

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    Flexible 0.8-1.0 FTE structure

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    0.5-0.7 FTE Faculty/Teaching

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    0.3-0.5 FTE Clinical (negotiable)

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    Core faculty rate: $171/hour (up to 0.7 FTE)

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    Collaborative work with faculty in Sacramento and Davis

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    Rural, full-scope Family Medicine with high complexity

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    Opportunity to meaningfully shape curriculum and resident development

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    OB optional but welcomed

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    Inpatient experience valued

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The Ideal Candidate:

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    Passionate about resident education and mentorship

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    Interested in curriculum development and faculty growth

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    Comfortable modeling full-scope family medicine

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    Committed to continuity and serving medically and socially complex populations

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    Enjoys performing a variety of procedures

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Qualifications:

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    Board Certified/Board Eligible in Family Medicine

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    Active clinical practice with ability to supervise and evaluate residents

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    Experience with ACGME competency-based assessments

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    Participation in curriculum development, resident evaluation, and program improvement

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    Qualified and credentialed to provide direct patient care and resident supervision

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Compensation & Benefits:

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    2-year income guarantee with shareholder track

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    $320,000+ earning potential in year one

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    Sign-on bonus up to $50,000

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    Relocation assistance

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    Resident stipend up to $3,000/month

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    Forgivable loan up to $200,000

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    PSLF eligible

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    Zero-cost medical insurance

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    Paid medical benefits for employees & dependents

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    CME allowance

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    Award-winning 100% 401(k) match

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    Customizable scheduling

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    EPIC EMR

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    Excellent work-life balance

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About Sutter Medical Group:

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Sutter Medical Group is a 1,600+ clinician, physician-led, multi-specialty organization serving seven counties in Northern California. Our clinicians are deeply engaged in teaching, research, leadership, and community outreach while delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

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As part of the Sutter Health network, we are proud to be affiliated with one of the nation's most respected integrated health systems - recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity and a leader in quality and innovation.

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Life in Jackson, California:

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Located in the scenic Sierra foothills, Jackson offers small-town charm with extraordinary access to Northern California's most desirable destinations. Enjoy:

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    Award-winning wineries in nearby Plymouth

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    Historic sites like the Kennedy Gold Mine

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    Hiking, biking, fishing, camping, and white-water rafting

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    1 hour to Sacramento

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    1 hour to Lake Tahoe

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    2 hours to San Francisco

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Jackson blends rural lifestyle, natural beauty, and convenient access to urban amenities - making it an ideal setting for physicians seeking both impact and balance.

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Make a Lasting Impact!

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This is more than a faculty position - it's a chance to help train the next generation of rural physicians while practicing meaningful, full-scope Family Medicine in a community that truly needs you.

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If you're ready to lead, teach, and serve, we'd love to connect.

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