Physician, Oncology (Novato, CA)

This Oncology position at Sutter Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Sutter Health lists compensation for this physician position at $540k to $590k annually.

This is approximately 49% above the national median for Oncology professionals, which is around $380k.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Novato, California.

Key skills and qualifications: Oncology, Hematology, Clinical trials, Multidisciplinary tumor boards, EPIC EMR, Telehealth, Patient care, Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.

Core responsibilities: The physician will provide clinical oncology and hematology care while participating in multidisciplinary tumor boards and clinical trials. Additionally, the role involves strategic growth and development of oncology services to expand the organization's reach in the region.

Benefits package: Competitive salary, Signing bonus, Paid CME, Paid time-off, Pension plan, 401(k), Life insurance, Short-term disability. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.