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Physician CPT roles require your clinical training to be directly tied to your enrolled curriculum, authorized in writing by your DSO before your start date. Most placements are in teaching hospitals, residency-affiliated clinics, or academic medical centers where rotations integrate with your medical school program.
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Opportunity Information
Sutter Medical Group (SMG) seeks to hire a Physician – Hospitalist to join an established Hospital Medicine team in Sacramento, California (Sutter Medical Center Sacramento).
Key Workflow Details
- ICU Model: Open ICU; hospitalists may follow patients into the ICU or can sign off via Epic. Intensivists manage all ICU admissions.
- Procedures: Not required; hospitalists may perform procedures if credentialed and comfortable.
- Admissions & Census: 14–16 census on 10‑hour rounding shifts. Dedicated admitting shifts: 6–8 admits on days/swings (10 hours) and 8–10 admits on nights (12 hours).
- Highly collegial support between admitters and rounders.
- Nights & Shifts: 2–3 swings and 2–3 nights per month; majority covered by dedicated swing admitters and nocturnists.
- APP Support: Supplemental APCs provide cross‑coverage only; core model is physician‑led.
- Workflow Tools: Strong case management and social work support. Pharmacy manages med‑rec. Documentation through Dragon/Snapdragon.
- Scheduling Structure: Flexible blocks based on clinician preference; schedules manually crafted by dedicated coordinator. Rounding blocks typically 5–7 days (minimum 4 for continuity).
Scheduling Structure
- Schedule Type: Shift‑Based
- Call: None
- Nights: up to 2–3 per month
- FTE: 1.0 FTE
Compensation
- Base Draw: ~$323,930
- Differentials: Up to $40/hour (swings/nights)
- Premium: 15% for moonlighting and urgent‑need shifts
- Productivity: $50/RVU over RVU threshold, reconciled quarterly
- Quality Bonus: up to $25,000
Qualifications
- Board Certified/Eligible in Hospital Medicine by ABIM
- Strong commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centered care
- Excellent communication and team‑based practice skills
Licensure & Certifications
- Valid California medical license required prior to start
- Federal unrestricted DEA
Join Us and Enjoy
- Sign‑on bonus $60,000
- Relocation assistance up to $20,000
- Quality Bonus
- PSLF eligibility
- Excellent benefits, including zero‑cost medical insurance
- Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents
- CME allowance
- Award‑winning 401(k) match + profit sharing
- EPIC EMR
- A positive work‑life balance and Northern California’s lifestyle advantages
Organization Details
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
Sacramento offers an affordable, family‑friendly alternative within Northern California, with excellent schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a strong healthcare ecosystem. The city provides easy access to outdoor recreation including rivers, trails, and the nearby Sierra Nevada. Its growing cultural and food scene makes it a practical and appealing home for clinicians and families.
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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Get Access To All JobsPhysician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a physician CPT role require a separate work permit from USCIS?
No separate USCIS filing is required. CPT authorization comes entirely from your DSO, who updates your I-20 to reflect the approved employer, dates, and training location. Your updated I-20 is your work authorization document. You must not begin any clinical duties before your DSO issues that updated I-20, even if the employer has already credentialed you.
Can I do CPT at a private medical practice instead of a hospital?
It's possible but much harder to authorize. Your school must confirm the private practice placement meets the integral curriculum requirement, which typically means a supervising physician who holds a faculty appointment at your institution. Many DSOs will not approve placements at practices with no formal academic affiliation, so confirm your school's policy before pursuing this path.
How do I find physician employers who understand CPT requirements?
Search Migrate Mate for physician roles at institutions with international trainee hiring history. Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, and Federally Qualified Health Centers regularly work with F-1 students on CPT and have HR staff who understand co-authorization paperwork, employer-of-record obligations, and the requirement that training align with your enrolled curriculum.
Does full-time physician CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count against OPT. If you're considering a full-time clinical rotation that extends beyond 12 months, plan your post-graduation work authorization strategy with your DSO before accepting the placement.
What does an employer need to provide for my CPT authorization?
Your DSO will typically require a formal offer letter specifying your role title, supervision structure, training location, hours per week, and exact start and end dates. Some schools also require a training agreement or affiliation agreement signed by both the employer and your program director. Collect all documents before submitting your CPT request, since incomplete packages delay DSO processing.