Physician, Neurology - Hospitalist (San Francisco, CA)
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Job Description
Opportunity Information
Step into a highly collaborative, forward-thinking neurology practice in one of the most sought-after locations in the country. Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a Neurology Hospitalist to join our growing team delivering high-quality inpatient care across a dynamic and well-supported health system.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- True Work-Life Balance - Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling options designed around your preferences
- Collaborative Care Model - Work alongside experienced Internal Medicine Hospitalists and a full spectrum of medical and surgical specialists
- Subspecialty Support - Close collaboration with nationally recognized neurology subspecialists at CPMC
- Practice Autonomy - Shape your role and responsibilities based on your clinical interests and strengths
- Telehealth Capabilities - Integrated technology to support efficient and flexible care delivery
Comprehensive Neurology Program
- Join a robust and diverse team with expertise across:
- Stroke & vascular neurology
- Epilepsy
- Movement disorders
- Neuromuscular disease
- Headache medicine
- Cognitive neurology & dementia
- Neurosurgery collaboration
You'll also have opportunities to engage in clinical research programs in ALS, epilepsy, and cognitive neurology if desired.
- Professional Growth
- Access to a large, multispecialty physician network
- Leadership and career advancement opportunities within a respected medical group
- Ability to customize your practice focus over time
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
- Fellowship Preferred
Join Us and Enjoy
Sutter West Bay Medical Group provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your professional growth, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
Medical Coverage: Begins on day one, with multiple plan options starting as low as $0-$50 per month; includes coverage for domestic partners
- Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid coverage
- Retirement: 8% employer-funded profit-sharing contribution up to IRS maximums-no employee contribution required
- Malpractice Insurance: Tail coverage including
- Continuing Medical Education: $6,000 annual CME allowance
- Relocation & Support: Relocation assistance and access to professional development resources
- Technology: Fully integrated EPIC EMR across both clinic and hospital settings
Professional Development: Opportunities for teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, leadership, and community engagement
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 nearly 500 clinicians 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.
Advancing the Future of Neuroscience at Sutter Health
Sutter Health is redefining what's possible in brain health across Northern California-bringing together innovation, advanced care, and access in one of the nation's most dynamic regions.
At the center of this vision is the Sutter Advanced Neuroscience Complex at Mission Bernal, a state-of-the-art, five-story, 129,000-square-foot facility currently under development in San Francisco. Located at 3555 César Chávez Street, this flagship center will serve as a regional hub for neurological care, advanced diagnostics, and research, uniting expertise and innovation under one roof.
"Sutter Health has a bold vision for brain health," said President and CEO Warner Thomas. "This new complex represents our commitment to delivering accessible, high-quality care that fuels innovation and brings the highest standards of neurological health closer to home."
Why This Matters for You
- Joining Sutter means more than stepping into a role-it's an opportunity to:
- Be part of a forward-thinking neuroscience program shaping the future of care
- Practice in a system investing heavily in innovation, technology, and growth
- Contribute to expanding access to world-class neurological services in San Francisco
- Build your career within a modern, collaborative, and evolving care environment
Be Part of What's Next
If you're looking to combine meaningful clinical work with innovation and growth, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
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
The Neurology Hospitalist will deliver high-quality inpatient care across a dynamic health system while collaborating with internal medicine hospitalists and subspecialists. The role involves shaping clinical practice, participating in research programs, and contributing to a multidisciplinary team environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Hospital Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Hospital Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 60% have no call, 33% require no weekends.
Hospital Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 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).
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