📍 Location & Practice Overview
- Base locations: Sacramento, Davis, Elk Grove, Folsom, Roseville and surrounding North Valley sites
- Department: Adult & Family Medicine
- Practice type: Multi-specialty group practice
- Care setting: Outpatient medical offices
- Patient population: Diverse adult and family patients across the Sacramento service area
📋 Day-to-Day Clinical Practice
- Provide comprehensive primary care for adult patients and families
- Manage acute and chronic conditions in an outpatient setting
- Perform routine preventive care and health maintenance visits
- Coordinate care with specialists within the integrated system
- Utilize virtual care options to enhance patient access
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
✅ Qualifications
Education
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board Certification
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
License
Current or eligible for California medical license
Experience
Residency trained; new graduates and experienced physicians welcome
DEA
Valid DEA certificate required
Additional
Strong interest in team-based, integrated care delivery
⏱ Schedule & Practice Support
- Schedule: Flexible full-time with reduced schedule options available
- Call Requirement: Minimal to none with excellent support structure
- Patient Volume: Reasonable panel sizes supported by care teams
- EMR System: Advanced integrated electronic medical record
- Virtual Care: Opportunities for telehealth visits
💰 Total Compensation Package
- Base Salary: $320,040–$330,000 annually
- Forgivable Loan Program: $275,000–$325,000 depending on location and experience
- Additional premium pay opportunities up to $45,900
- Shareholder track eligibility
- Moving allowance and home loan assistance up to $250,000
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits including pension
👩⚕️ Team Environment & Collaboration
The Permanente Medical Group operates with a strong physician-led culture where primary care physicians work closely with specialists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care coordinators. This integrated model allows you to focus on clinical care while having robust support for complex cases and chronic disease management.
- Multi-specialty collaboration across Northern California
- Robust care coordination and population health support
- Physician input into practice operations and leadership development
🩺 Clinical Systems & Resources
- Industry-leading integrated electronic health record system
- Seamless virtual care platform for patient visits
- Access to real-time decision support and population health tools
- Strong infrastructure for efficient documentation and follow-up
🎓 Professional Development
- Generous CME allowance and paid education leave
- Opportunities for teaching, research, and mentorship
- Physician leadership development programs
- Support for conference attendance and academic pursuits
🌆 Living in the Sacramento Area
The greater Sacramento region offers an excellent quality of life with a mix of urban amenities and access to outdoor recreation. Physicians enjoy reasonable cost of living compared to coastal California, good schools, and a central location that provides easy access to the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and the Sierra Nevada mountains. The North Valley area serves a diverse and growing patient community with ongoing needs for primary care access.
- Family-friendly communities with strong local healthcare infrastructure
- Variety of housing options from suburban to more rural settings
- Excellent transportation links and proximity to major airports
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a fully outpatient position?
Yes, these are primarily outpatient opportunities with minimal or no call requirements.
What is the timeline for the forgivable loan?
The program is structured over several years and is location and experience dependent.
Are virtual care opportunities available?
Yes, virtual visits are integrated into the practice model.
Do you support visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship opportunities are considered for certain specialties.
What is the typical patient panel size?
Panels are managed thoughtfully with team support to promote sustainable practice.
📈 Long-Term Career Pathways
Physicians at The Permanente Medical Group have access to numerous avenues for growth including leadership roles, quality improvement projects, teaching opportunities within the system, and participation in research. The organization develops its own leaders and values physician input in shaping clinical programs.
🔗 Adult & Family Medicine Physician – Sacramento Area, California
This full-time Family Medicine physician opportunity with The Permanente Medical Group offers a stable outpatient practice in the vibrant Sacramento service area. You will join a large, integrated health system known for its collaborative approach and physician-friendly environment. The role focuses on delivering high-quality primary care to a diverse patient population while benefiting from excellent administrative support and minimal overhead concerns. With competitive compensation, substantial loan forgiveness options, and comprehensive benefits including a path to partnership, this position suits both new graduates and seasoned clinicians seeking a balanced professional life in Northern California. The North Valley locations provide convenient access to both professional resources and a high quality of living.
🚀 Apply for This Position
Complete application for Adult & Family Medicine Full Time Physician at The Permanente Medical Group.
Contact: Bianca Canales for Family Medicine opportunities. Visit northerncalifornia.permanente.org for more details.