Physician, Hospitalist, Internal Medicine (San Francisco, CA)
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Job Description
Opportunity Information
This is an opportunity to work with a world-renowned transplant group in managing a diverse panel of transplant, hepatology, gastroenterology, cardiology, nephrology and general internal medicine patients.
Hospitalist work will integrate general and perioperative medicine, liver disease, complex GI, advanced heart failure and specialty cardiac care, and end-organ disease management into a team that maximizes patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Oversee care for medically complex patients while working closely with a full complement of consult services, a top-notch radiology service and an interactive inpatient pharmacy team.
The service load is designed to provide excellent work-life balance while allowing careful and considered care for each patient at Sutter Health's Flagship Hospital. CPMC (a Leapfrog Group Top Hospital) has been considered the best hospital in the Bay Area (San Francisco Chronicle reader survey) and the 'Healthiest Hospital in America' (Natural Health magazine).
- 1.0 FTE is equivalent to 14 shifts/28 days
- Shifts are either regular ‘Day shifts’ (8am - 6pm) or ‘Swing Shifts’ (3pm – 10pm)
- Closed ICU with no rounding
- Opportunity to work with top tiered subspecialists in the country
Qualifications
- BC/BE in Internal Medicine
- Active and unrestricted CA Medical License
- Experience with tertiary care medicine is highly preferred
Join Us and Enjoy
Sutter West Bay Medical Group provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your professional growth, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
Medical Coverage: Begins on day one, with multiple plan options starting as low as $0–$50 per month; includes coverage for domestic partners
- Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid coverage
- Retirement: 8% employer-funded profit-sharing contribution up to IRS maximums—no employee contribution required
- Malpractice Insurance: Tail coverage including
- Continuing Medical Education: $6,000 annual CME allowance
- Relocation & Support: Relocation assistance and access to professional development resources
- Technology: Fully integrated EPIC EMR across both clinic and hospital settings
- Professional Development: Opportunities for teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, leadership, and community engagement
- Organization Details
- Why Sutter Health and Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG)
Sutter Health offers a uniquely physician‑aligned environment, large enough to support innovation and investment, yet local enough to preserve the autonomy, relationships, and purpose that matter to clinicians.
SWBMG is a premier multi-specialty medical group made up of nearly 500 clinicians practicing in the greater San Francisco service area. SWBMG works in partnership with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), a non-profit organization providing care through its affiliation with SWBMG.
Physicians work as a team to provide patient-focused care that encourages a sense of teamwork. SPMF provides physicians with an administrative infrastructure, allowing physicians to focus on patient care.
- Why This Matters for You
- Joining Sutter means more than stepping into a role - it’s an opportunity to:
- Be part of a forward-thinking program shaping the future of care
- Practice in a system investing heavily in innovation, technology, and growth
- Contribute to expanding access to world-class neurological services in San Francisco
- Build your career within a modern, collaborative, and evolving care environment
Be Part of What’s Next
- If you’re looking to combine meaningful clinical work with innovation and growth, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
- Community Information
Living in San Francisco
San Francisco offers a unique combination of professional opportunity, intellectual energy, and quality of life for physicians drawn to innovation and impact.
As a global hub for healthcare innovation, life sciences, and research, the city attracts forward-thinking clinicians and collaborators shaping the future of medicine. Its strong academic environment and commitment to equity and access create a compelling setting for advancing healthcare.
Outside of work, San Francisco offers an exceptional lifestyle, with world-class dining, arts, and culture alongside easy access to Northern California’s natural beauty, from coastal trails to wine country. The region’s diverse communities support both personal fulfillment and professional growth.
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.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a diverse panel of medically complex patients including transplant, hepatology, and cardiology cases within a hospital setting. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of subspecialists, pharmacy staff, and radiology services to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Hospital Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Hospital Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 76% have no call, 46% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.0 / 10 · top 5% in hospital medicine | ranked against 1,207 Hospital Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Hospital Medicine median $327k (middle half $275k–$588k)56 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | California index 110.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Hospital Medicine listings in California | 112 active | 1,218 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 76% no call · 46% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Hospital Medicine pay trend | +2.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Hospitalist, Internal Medicine (San Francisco, CA) at Sutter Health a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Hospital Medicine — ranked against 1,207 active Hospital Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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