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Novato, California

Physician Assistant, Urology (Novato, CA)

Physician AssistantNo callFull-Time

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Urology APP Opportunity - Novato, CA

Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods (SMGR) is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative APP to join our growing Urology team in Novato, California. This is an exciting opportunity to practice alongside experienced physicians in a supportive, patient-centered environment while providing comprehensive urologic care to a diverse patient population.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care, excellent clinical judgment, and an interest in urology. Previous urology experience is welcome but not required for candidates with strong procedural skills and a desire to learn.

Position Highlights

  • Full-time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week)
  • Flexible schedule supporting work-life balance
  • Opportunity to help grow a thriving urology practice
  • Mix of outpatient clinic visits, follow-up care, and procedural support
  • Collaborative team environment with physician mentorship
  • Modern clinic conveniently located adjacent to the hospital
  • Integrated Epic electronic medical record across clinic and hospital settings
  • Strong administrative and clinical support staff
  • Established referral network throughout Marin and Sonoma Counties

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
  • NCCPA certification
  • DEA certification or ability to obtain

Join Us and Enjoy

  • Competitive salary with income guarantee
  • Shareholder eligibility following 24-months of employment
  • Benefits including paid CME, paid time-off, pension plan and 401(k), phone stipend, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, health, fertility, dental, vision and pet insurance, identity protection
  • Malpractice and tail insurance coverage
  • Relocation allowance

Organization Details

Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods

We are a multi-specialty medical group made up of over 165 clinicians, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants practicing in 25+ specialties throughout Sonoma County. Our organization is nationally recognized for excellence, with multiple awards for quality of care, innovation, and leadership.

At the heart of our success is a deeply rooted culture of collaboration, respect, and shared purpose. Clinicians within our group enjoy a collegial environment where teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth are actively encouraged. We foster a supportive atmosphere that values open communication, interdisciplinary cooperation, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods is affiliated with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, a not-for-profit health care organization providing operational and administrative support, including the latest technology, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

Community Information

Nestled in the rolling hills of northern Marin County, Novato is a vibrant and welcoming city of approximately 55,000 residents, located just 30 miles north of San Francisco and 20 miles east of the Pacific Ocean. Known for its blend of suburban charm and natural beauty, Novato offers a comfortable pace of life with easy access to urban amenities and Wine Country destinations like Sonoma and Napa Valley. - Replace slower with

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The Petaluma River serves as the city's scenic and recreational heart, offering activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and birdwatching in the nearby wetlands.

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With over 400 wineries, 27 golf courses, hot air ballooning, hiking trails, spas, river sports, and world-class cuisine. Residents enjoy a professional symphony, excellent public and private schools, fantastic weather, and some of the most affordable housing in the Bay Area. Live and work where others only dream of visiting.

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Towns like San Rafael, Larkspur, and Mill Valley offer charming downtowns, historic architecture, and easy access to hiking trails in Mount Tamalpais State Park and Marin Headlands. The area is known for its redwood groves, coastal views, and proximity to San Francisco via the Golden Gate Bridge.

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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

The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive urologic care to a diverse patient population through a mix of outpatient clinic visits, follow-up care, and procedural support. They will work collaboratively with experienced physicians in a supportive, patient-centered environment to help grow the urology practice.

Certifications

DEA License

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant, Urology (Novato, CA) at Sutter Health - Bay Area a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Urology (PA) — ranked against 58 active Urology (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Urology — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Urology listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 70% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

Urology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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).

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Urology (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 58 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Novato

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$976k
Typical market rent
$3,889/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Paid CME
Paid Time Off
Pension Plan
401(k)
Phone Stipend
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability