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San Francisco, California

Physician, Neonatology (San Francisco, CA | Berkeley, CA | Oakland, CA)

NeonatologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$375K–$410K /yr

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Neonatologists to join a premier, innovative, and rapidly growing team of providers. This recruitment includes three full-time positions across two established practice locations: California Pacific Medical Center (San Francisco, CA) and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center (Oakland and Berkeley, CA).

Our integrated neonatology program spans three clinical sites, supporting an annual delivery volume of approximately 7,000 births and an average daily NICU census of 36. Physicians practice across a high-acuity, collaborative environment with access to advanced technology and subspecialty support.

Clinical Scope Includes

  • Management of micropreemies utilizing advanced ventilation strategies
  • Dedicated Small Baby Unit for specialized neonatal care
  • Comprehensive neonatal surgical services
  • Therapeutic hypothermia

Neonatal Transport Coordination

This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven, physician-led organization while practicing in one of the most desirable regions in Northern California—offering exceptional professional growth alongside an outstanding quality of life.

Qualifications

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
  • Active California medical license (or eligibility) by start date
  • Join Us and Enjoy
  • Competitive compensation with generous benefits and CME allowance
  • Robust retirement program
  • Relocation package
  • Opportunities for teaching, research, mentorship, and leadership development
  • Access to a large, integrated, multispecialty physician network
  • Autonomy in clinical practice within a supportive infrastructure
  • Clear pathways for leadership and career advancement
  • Collegial, multidisciplinary culture
  • Flexible scheduling that promotes work-life balance
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)*

*As a physician with SWBMG providing services to the nonprofit Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, this position meets employer eligibility criteria for the federal PSLF program under the California state law exception.

Organization Details

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a premier, physician-owned and physician-led multispecialty medical group nationally recognized for excellence in quality and leadership. With nearly 500 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, SWBMG delivers integrated care ranging from primary to quaternary services throughout San Francisco and Northern California.

SWBMG partners closely with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), a nonprofit organization that provides the administrative and operational infrastructure that enables physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

Highlights of the Organization Include

  • Strong, collaborative physician culture
  • Deep subspecialty expertise across disciplines
  • Commitment to growth, innovation, and patient-centered care
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Active involvement in teaching, residency and fellowship training, and clinical research

Community Information

The San Francisco Bay Area offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and exceptional quality of life. Physicians benefit from practicing in a globally recognized hub for healthcare, life sciences, and research, surrounded by forward-thinking colleagues and academic collaboration.

Beyond the workplace, the Bay Area provides an unmatched lifestyle. Enjoy world-class dining, vibrant arts and cultural experiences, and diverse, welcoming communities. With year-round access to Northern California’s natural beauty—from coastal trails and redwood forests to Napa Valley wine country—this region offers the perfect balance of career fulfillment and personal well-being.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-acuity neonatal care across three clinical sites, managing micropreemies and utilizing advanced ventilation strategies. Coordinate neonatal transport and surgical services within a collaborative, physician-led environment.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical LeadershipMultidisciplinary Collaboration

Neonatology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Neonatology listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 70% have no call, 38% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$393k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $355k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Neonatology Jobs

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution20 jobs · 15 employers

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$245k-300k
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$300k-355k
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$355k-410k
1
$534k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
76%
CME allowance
71% this job
Relocation assistance
41% this job
Sign-on bonus
24%
PSLF eligible
18% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 2.8
Better work-life than 80% of Neonatology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 77 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in San Francisco

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.74M≈ 4.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,682/mo≈ 15% 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

Competitive compensation
Generous benefits
CME allowance
Robust retirement program
Relocation package
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible