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Sutter Health - Bay Area
Novato, California

Physician, Oncology (Novato, CA)

OncologyFull-Time
Posted 4mo ago

About the Role

Medical Oncology position in Novato, CA. Busy practice with clinical trials, multidisciplinary tumor boards, and EPIC EMR. Sign-on bonus, relocation, and comprehensive benefits.

Join Sutter Health - Bay Area as a Medical Oncologist – Sign-On Bonus, Relocation in Novato, California.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Signing bonus
  • Paid CME
  • Paid time-off
  • Pension plan
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Sutter Health - Bay Area as a Medical Oncologist – Sign-On Bonus, Relocation.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide clinical oncology and hematology care while helping to shape and expand oncology services in the region. Responsibilities include participating in multidisciplinary tumor boards and contributing to the growth of a community-based clinical trials program.

Requirements

Candidates must be board certified in oncology or hematology. The role requires a commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care and participation in clinical research initiatives.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

OncologyHematologyClinical trialsMultidisciplinary tumor boardsEPIC EMRTelehealthPatient careCollaborationMentorshipCommunication

Oncology — Physician Career Context

In California, Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$432k across 55 listings, vs ~$436k nationally (1,053 listings).

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 19.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

California's cost-of-living index is 151.7 (US average = 100) — California ranks #13 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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This role scores 1.5/10 on work-life balance for Oncologist roles.

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Relocation assistance
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About Sutter Health - Bay Area

Hospitals and Health Care
Palo Alto, CA
501-1,000 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

Signing bonus
Paid CME
Paid time-off
Pension plan
401(k)
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability

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