Total Rewards


Total Rewards


Demonstrating our Commitment

You take care of others — we take care of you. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth. It includes competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and work-life support.

Total Rewards Built for Caregivers

You take care of others — we take care of you. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth. It includes competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and work-life support.

Compensation

Sutter Health is committed to recruit, retain, grow, and be a top employer of choice.  To do this, we recognize employee contributions through fair and competitive pay.   

Competitive Pay is our Practice – Our compensation team analyzes thousands of data points annually to ensure we are keeping pace with the latest industry data and trends.

Your Job has Unique Value – Each job in our organization has a defined value within the industry based on economic factors impacting prevailing wages. Sutter Health adapts its approach to competitive pay practices accordingly.

Your Performance is Vital – Our organization strives to pay for performance as much as possible - this means that employees with higher performance scores who achieve goals and deliver on organizational objectives earn higher merit pay.

Additional Pay Programs and Incentives

In addition to base compensation, Sutter Health offers a variety of special pay programs and incentives for eligible employees, including: 

  • Annual performance-based incentive bonus for supervisors and above
  • Annual merit-based Pay-for-Performance salary increase
  • Premium pay for hourly employees such as:
    • Shift differential pay
    • On-call/Call-back pay
    • Per Diem Premiums
    • Overtime

Recognition Programs

  • Service Awards
  • Employee Recognition Programs

 

Program offerings may vary by location.

For details about specific benefits, please contact the Human Resources Department of the Sutter Health entity you are considering.

Benefits

Your Health Matters. Our comprehensive and generous benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance with low premiums, broad provider networks, and strong support for physical and mental wellness. Need preventive care, specialty treatment, or chronic condition support? We’ve got you covered — literally.

Securing Your Tomorrow: Comprehensive Financial and Voluntary Benefits. We provide financial protection with life and long-term disability coverage, a suite of voluntary benefits including accident, hospital and critical illness insurance, as well as ID protection, legal benefits and even pet insurance!

Time Away from Work Isn’t a Luxury — it’s essential. We offer generous PTO and other leave benefits. Whether you're managing family life, relaxing, or recharging, we prioritize time off for what matters most to you.

Grow with Us — Personally and Professionally. We’re committed to your growth. From tuition reimbursement and clinical certifications to career pathways and mentorship programs, we help you move forward — whether you're just getting started or aiming for leadership.

Inclusive Benefits for Every Employee. Everyone deserves to feel seen and supported. Our total rewards are designed for all walks of life — with inclusive healthcare options, support for all family types, fertility/adoption resources, and policies rooted in equity and respect.

Retirement

At Sutter Health, taking care of our people means more than supporting your health today - it also means helping you build a financially secure tomorrow.  We're proud to offer retirement benefits that support your financial well-being now and well into the future.  

Whether retirement feels far off or just around the corner, it's never too early (or too late) to start planning.  Our comprehensive retirement benefits are here to help you save smarter, invest with confidence, and enjoy the lifestyle you've worked hard to build.

Here are just a few of the valuable retirement resources we offer our team members:

  • Sutter Health Savings Plan - Prepare for the future your way.  With the Sutter Health Savings Plan, you can make voluntary contributions on a pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) basis to fit your financial goals.
  • Financial Planning Support - Get access to expert tools and resources - from financial planning services and investment guidance to educational events and materials - all designed to give you peace of mind about your financial future.

Some of our retirement benefits may also include a pension, employer matching, and other contributions to help grow your savings even faster.

Eligibility for specific retirement plans may vary by hiring entity.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our EAP provides a wide range of services, including sessions with licensed therapists, legal and financial advice, and wellness resources, all designed to support your overall well-being.

Confidential and Accessible: EAP services are confidential and easily accessible, ensuring that you can seek help whenever you need it without any concerns.

Enhancing Your Work-Life Balance: By offering robust support, our EAP helps you maintain a healthy work-life balance, contributing to your productivity and satisfaction.

Free for Members: EAP services are free for all employees, and eligible family members may also be entitled to services at no cost.

Video:
Check out this overview video of Sutter Health EAP 

For more information, please visit our EAP website: www.sutterhealth.org/eap
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

Real Support. Real Voices.

Our people say it best—hear how Sutter’s Total Rewards make a difference every day.
GingerCross

"Earlier this year, my husband had a health scare and spent nearly three days at Sutter Roseville Medical Center. The care he received was outstanding, and we were incredibly grateful for our Sutter benefits. They were easy to use, covered most of the costs, and brought peace of mind during a difficult time."
– Ginger G., Sutter Health System Office
RodneyGedey

"Sutter doesn't just support my career—it supports my total well-being.  Its commitment to physical and emotional health is unmatched, with comprehensive coverage and wellness programs that help me feel my best.  Sutter empowers me with tuition assistance, a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, and retirement planning resources." — Rodney G. PharmD, Clinical Coordination Pharmacist
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.