Emergency Medicine Physician
VA Northern California Health Care System - Sacramento VA Medical Center (Mather, CA)
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The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Sacramento, CA is seeking a mission-driven Emergency Medicine Physician to join our growing Emergency Department at the Sacramento VA Medical Center (Mather, CA). This role offers a modern, team-based practice environment where you can provide high-quality care, strengthen clinical operations, and help shape the future of Veteran emergency care.
About the Role
We are seeking an Emergency Medicine-trained physician, or a Family Medicine / Internal Medicine physician with significant Emergency Medicine experience, to provide both clinical and administrative services across the VA Northern California Health Care System (NorCal VAHCS).
You will deliver independent care for acute, chronic, and same-day needs, overseeing the full spectrum of Veteran medical concerns-from cardiovascular and pulmonary disease to diabetes, mental health presentations, and complex multimorbidity.
Clinical & Administrative Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive Emergency Medicine care, including diagnostics, treatment planning, medication management, and specialty consultations.
- Perform histories, physicals, diagnostic evaluations, order placement, medication reconciliation, and EMR documentation within CPRS.
- Maintain timely compliance with TMS learning plans, mandatory training (ACLS, Moderate Sedation, Airway), clinical reminders, and safety protocols.
- Oversee rotating residents and students, ensuring high-quality teaching and supervision.
- Utilize EDIS for flow tracking and participate in monthly ED provider meetings.
- Champion preventive care, coordination of care, reduced delays, and appropriate resource utilization.
- Demonstrate high standards of customer service, communication, professionalism, and veteran-centered care.
- Follow VA policies for Infection Control, Environment of Care, Emergency Preparedness, and safety reporting.
Who We're Looking For
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine physician OR
- Family Practice / Internal Medicine physician with substantial Emergency Medicine experience
- Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and commitment to Veteran-centered care
- Skilled in managing high-acuity and diverse ED presentations
- Engaged in teaching, quality improvement, teamwork, and operational excellence
Schedule & Work Model
- Sunday-Saturday variable shifts, totaling 40 hours/week
- Compressed schedule option available
- Mix of clinical duties, team leadership, flow management, and administrative responsibilities
Compensation & Federal Benefits
- Salary: $300,000-$400,000 (negotiable based on experience)
- Paid Time Off: 50-55 days/year
- 26 annual leave
- 13 sick leave
- 11 federal holidays
- up to 5 days CME
- Retirement:
- Federal pension (vests in 5 years)
- Federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions
- Insurance:
- Federal health, dental, vision, life, long-term care
- Many programs are portable into retirement
- CME: Up to $1,000/year (board-certified, full-time)
- Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage
- EDRP: Student loan repayment program (authorized)
- No employment contract and no moonlighting restrictions
Why Sacramento VA (Mather, CA)?
Mather is a vibrant location within Northern California-close to UC Davis, the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and world-class outdoor recreation. Enjoy a fulfilling career with stability, mission, and purpose while living in a region known for diversity, cultural life, and exceptional quality of living.
Join Us
Bring your expertise, leadership, and passion for Veteran care to a modern emergency medicine practice supported by strong clinical teams and meaningful federal benefits.
Ready to make a real impact? Apply today or contact our recruitment team to learn more.
Kelly De Boer, VA Physician Recruiter
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