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Sutter Health - Bay Area
San Francisco, California

Physician, Obstetrics - Gynecology Generalist (San Francisco, CA)

OB/GYNIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Opportunity Information

At a glance: Full-scope OB/GYN generalist role with deliveries at California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC), a strong midwifery program, and dedicated OB/GYN hospitalist support-within an established, collaborative physician group.

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is recruiting a full-time board-certified/board-eligible OB/GYN generalist to join an established, collaborative team caring for patients across the greater San Francisco area. New graduates are welcome.

You will provide a full scope of outpatient obstetrics and gynecology, including minimally invasive surgery, and deliver at California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC). Our model is built for high-quality, team-based care: you'll work alongside experienced physician colleagues, partner with an outstanding midwifery program, and collaborate closely with OB/GYN hospitalists and surgical subspecialists-so you can focus on patients while maintaining a sustainable, rewarding practice.

  • Established, collegial OB/GYN team within a large multi-specialty physician network
  • Full-time opportunity (with select part-time options)
  • Physician autonomy with strong operational support and resources
  • Leadership and program-development opportunities
  • Team-based model with close collaboration among physicians, midwives, and OB/GYN hospitalists

Responsibilities

  • Provide full-scope outpatient OB/GYN care, including prenatal care, gynecologic care, and office procedures
  • Perform gynecologic surgery, including minimally invasive approaches as appropriate

Participate in obstetric call and inpatient coverage in collaboration with OB/GYN hospitalists and the midwifery team

Collaborate with maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, and other surgical subspecialists when indicated

Qualifications

Board certified or board eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG)

Eligible for California Medical Licensure

Patient-centered, team-oriented approach; comfortable practicing in close collaboration with midwives and hospital-based colleagues

Join Us and Enjoy

  • Signing bonus (based on experience)
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including CME allowance
  • Retirement program
  • Relocation assistance (if applicable)
  • Professional development opportunities (teaching, mentorship, leadership, and community service)

Organization Details

Why Sutter Health

Sutter Health offers a uniquely physician-aligned environment-large enough to support innovation and investment, yet local enough to preserve the autonomy, relationships, and sense of purpose that matter most to clinicians.

You'll join a system recognized for clinical quality, an integrated care model, and the resources to support physicians throughout their careers.

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a premier multi-specialty medical group with over 400 physicians practicing throughout the greater San Francisco service area. SWBMG partners with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), a non-profit organization that provides the administrative and operational infrastructure to support clinical practice. Physicians work in a supportive, team-based environment focused on patient-centered care. SWBMG offers:

  • 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 retirement program

Community Information

Living in San Francisco

San Francisco offers a rare 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. A strong academic environment and commitment to equity and access create a compelling setting for advancing care.

Outside of work, you'll enjoy world-class dining, arts, and culture, plus easy access to Northern California's natural beauty-from coastal trails to wine country. The region's diverse communities support both personal fulfillment and long-term professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Statement

  • It is the policy of the Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, disability or status as a veteran or a disabled veteran. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within our service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of SWBMG's employment policies and practices.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Collaborative Practice

OB/GYN — Physician Career Context

OB/GYN pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.9% 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).

Top OB/GYN Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution5 jobs

1
$255k
0
$310k-365k
2
$365k-420k
2
$420k-475k

Annual compensation range

#1

OB/GYN Physician

Beth Israel Lahey Health · Exeter, New Hampshire

$315k-$466k
#2

Physician, Chief of General Obstetrics & Gynecology (San Francisco, CA)

Sutter Health · San Francisco, California

$425k-$465k
#3

Physician, OB/GYN – Telemedicine Opportunity – DrHouse

$100-$200/hr
#4

OB/GYN Opportunity | Mississippi Gulf Coast

$300k-$400k
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Ob/gyn listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 842 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in San Francisco

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.74M
Typical market rent
$4,682/mo
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.

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

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About Sutter Health - Bay Area

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

Benefits & Perks

Signing Bonus
Comprehensive Benefits
CME Allowance
Retirement Program
Relocation Assistance
Professional Development