Physician, Internal Medicine (San Francisco, CA)

Sutter Health - Bay Area

2 months ago

United StatesSalary Range: $280,000 to $315,000Full TimeInternal Medicine

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends✓ Flexible Schedule

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35% above median for Internal Medicine

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Posted 65 days ago — employer likely flexible on terms

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Sutter Health - Bay Area as a Physician, Internal Medicine (San Francisco, CA) in United States.

Key Responsibilities

provide all the advantages of a community-based private practice with the added support of a larger, multisp.

provide patient-focused care that encourages a sense of teamwork.

provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of.

Benefits & Compensation

specialty medical group made up of over 200 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

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No weekends required.

Apply to join Sutter Health - Bay Area as a Physician, Internal Medicine (San Francisco, CA).

Key Skills

Internal MedicineFamily MedicineOutpatient Family MedicineTelehealth CapabilityPatient CareTeamworkLeadershipMentorship

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in either Family Medicine or Internal Medicine to join the group. The role offers full-time or part-time opportunities with flexible schedules.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Internal Medicine (San Francisco, CA) at Sutter Health - Bay Area a 8.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 3% of all Internal Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, flexible scheduling.

Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.

Internal Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Internal Medicine position at Sutter Health - Bay Area 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, Internal Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $275k, with the typical range spanning $210k to $370k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Sutter Health - Bay Area lists compensation for this physician position at $280k to $315k annually.

This is approximately 8% above the national median for Internal Medicine professionals, which is around $275k.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Flexible scheduling options available
Transparent compensation ($280k–$315k)
Exceptional work-life balance score (8.8/10)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Outpatient Family Medicine, Telehealth Capability, Patient Care, Teamwork, Leadership, Mentorship. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Internal Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The physician will practice full-spectrum, outpatient family medicine within a premier, innovative, and rapidly growing group, utilizing telehealth capabilities as needed. Opportunities include engaging in leadership, growth, teaching, research, mentorship, and community service within a physician-l...

Benefits package: Forgivable loan, Signing bonus, Generous benefits package, CME allowance, Robust retirement plan, Relocation allowance, Professional development opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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