$300K - $350K
Physician, Rheumatology (Santa Barbara, CA)
Sutter Health · Goleta, CA
Posted June 15, 2026
Sansum Santa Barbara Medical Clinic · 470 South Patterson Avenue, Goleta, CA, US, 93111
Opportunity Information
Sansum Medical Group Santa Barbara is seeking a board certified or board eligible Rheumatologist to join our growing team of experienced rheumatologists. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, with a strong referral base. Our ideal candidate is committed to compassionate, team-based care and wants to live and work in a vibrant and family friendly community in coastal California.
Qualifications
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- Board certified or board eligible rheumatologist. MD or DO
- Strong Skill Set in consultation and management of the full spectrum of rheumatologic conditions
- DEA Certificate
- Eligible to Work in the United States
- CA Licensure or the Ability to Obtain CA Licensure
- Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Local travel to Solvang may be required
- Board certified or board eligible rheumatologist. MD or DO
Join Us and Enjoy
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- Free Medical/Dental/Vision
- CME Stipend
- 1 MA Per Provider
- Malpractice Insurance
- Disability
- Retirement: 401K & Profit Sharing
- Annual Leave
- Licensure/DEA/Board Exam Fees
- PSLF Eligible
- Assistance with student loan repayment
- Home loan Program
- Free Medical/Dental/Vision
Organization Details
We believe that Sansum Clinic is not just a workplace; it's a community where talented medical professionals work collaboratively to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Your skills and dedication can contribute significantly to our mission as we enhance our total hip and knee joint replacement program in our Foothill Ambulatory Surgery Center. The ideal candidate will have experience building a high quality and efficient program. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our growing family of healthcare professionals which includes over 50 primary care providers, 6 orthopods and over 200 clinicians representing various specialties within our multispecialty medical group. Together, let's create a healthier and happier future for our community.
Employer
Sutter Health
Sutter Health is one of the nation’s leading community-based, not-for-profit healthcare networks, delivering comprehensive care through hospitals, physician organizations, ambulatory centers, and home health and hospice services. Guided by a mission-driven commitment to improving community health, Sutter Health fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth for more than 50,000 clinicians and staff across Northern California and the Central Coast.
Our integrated network spans diverse communities—from major metropolitan hubs to rural towns—stretching from the Oregon border to the San Joaquin Valley, the Pacific Coast to the Sierra Foothills, and south to Santa Barbara. These regions place our physicians and care teams near many of California’s most sought-after destinations, including San Francisco, Sacramento, Napa Valley, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, the coastal redwoods, and the beaches of Santa Barbara.
In 2026, Sutter Health was recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, reinforcing our standing as an employer of choice nationwide. We were also named among Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers and recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of the nation’s Top Places to Work in Healthcare. These honors reflect our commitment to supporting physicians and care teams with the resources, leadership, and work-life balance needed to thrive.
Our affiliated medical groups include; Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group, Sutter East Bay Medical Group, Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods, Sutter West Bay Medical Group, Sutter Medical Group, Sutter North Medical Group, and Sansum Santa Barbara Medical Clinic.
Together, we are building a physician-led, patient-centered system of care dedicated to excellence, equity, and the future of healthcare.