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San Francisco, California

Physician, Gastroenterology - Motility

GastroenterologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$497K - $615K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group has an opportunity for a neuro-gastroenterology Physician to join a premier, innovative, and rapidly growing group of physicians. Our clinics provide all the advantages of a community-based private practice with the added support of a larger, multispecialty organization.

Work in one of the most desirable areas in the United States with easy access to beaches, mountain recreation, and world-class restaurants. Experience exceptional work-life balance to enjoy all the area has to offer. Location: San Francisco, CaliforniaOpportunity details:

  • Opportunity to practice full-spectrum gastroenterology
  • Access to an expansive, multispecialty physician network
  • Comprehensive motility lab – esophageal manometry, EndoFLIP, anorectal manometry, small bowel and colon manometry, gastric barostat study, Bravo pH, electrogastrogram, gastric alimetry,
  • Telehealth Capability
  • Full-time or part-time opportunities
  • Multiple Ambulatory Surgery centers and hospitals
  • Leadership and growth opportunities
  • Physician-led, collegial & collaborative, multidisciplinary culture

Qualifications

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology

Interest or Skill in Neuro-gastroenterology & Motility

  • Preference if has skill in esophageal motility studies.
  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • Signing bonus
  • Generous benefits package and CME allowance.
  • Robust retirement plan

Relocation Allowance

  • Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, leadership, and community service
  • 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 over 400 physicians 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.

Sutter West Bay Medical Group Provides

  • A strong, collegial physician culture
  • Deep subspecialty expertise across disciplines
  • Organizational commitment to growth, quality, and patient‑centered care
  • Competitive compensation, generous benefits and a robust retirement program
  • 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

Provide full-spectrum gastroenterology and specialized neuro-gastroenterology care within a multidisciplinary team. Utilize a comprehensive motility lab to perform advanced diagnostic studies and manage patient care across clinics and surgery centers.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Small Bowel ManometryClinical Leadership

Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$556k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $502k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Gastroenterology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Gastroenterology - Motility at Sutter Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Gastroenterology — ranked against 369 active Gastroenterology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Gastroenterologist Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution6 jobs · 4 employers

3
<$495k
2
$500k
0
$575k-655k
0
$655k-735k
1
$736k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution6 jobs · 4 employers

0
1-2
0
3-4
0
5-6
4
7-8
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9-10

Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Gastroenterologist, NY

UnitedHealth Group · Middletown, New York

$371k-$736k
#2

Gastroenterologist - Atlantic Health Gastroenterology - Wayne, New Jersey

Atlantic Health System · Wayne, New Jersey

$425k-$500k
#3

Gastroenterologist - Atlantic Health Gastroenterology at Metuchen

$425k-$500k
#4

Full Time Gastroenterologist

$425k-$450k
+ 4 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.6this job 6.6
Better work-life than 90% of Gastroenterology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 369 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in San Francisco

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.74M≈ 3.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,682/mo≈ 11% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 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.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sutter Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Sacramento, California
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Signing bonus
Generous benefits package
CME allowance
Robust retirement plan
Relocation allowance
Professional development opportunities