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Sutter Health - Bay Area
San Francisco, California

Physician, Neurology - Neuroimmunology (San Francisco, CA)

NeurologyFull-Time

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Neurologist with fellowship training or focused expertise in Neuroimmunology to join our growing neuroscience service line in the San Francisco Bay Area.

This is a unique opportunity to build and advance a comprehensive neuroimmunology program, delivering cutting-edge care for patients with complex autoimmune neurologic disorders in a collaborative, physician-led environment.

The Opportunity

You'll practice at the forefront of neurologic care, managing a diverse and complex patient population including:

  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD)
  • MOG antibody disease
  • Autoimmune encephalitis and other inflammatory CNS disorders

This role offers the ability to shape program development while working alongside experienced neurologists, subspecialists, and interdisciplinary care teams.

What You'll Do

  • Diagnose and manage patients with neuroimmunologic disorders across the continuum of care
  • Develop individualized treatment plans, including advanced disease-modifying therapies
  • Collaborate closely with infusion services, radiology, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Participate in program development, clinical protocols, and quality initiatives
  • Engage in teaching, research, or clinical trials (if applicable/available)
  • Why This Opportunity Stands Out
  • Program Growth Potential: Opportunity to expand and shape a neuroimmunology program
  • Comprehensive Infrastructure: Access to infusion centers, advanced imaging, and support services
  • Collaborative Environment: Work with a strong network of neurologists and specialists
  • Flexible Practice Model: Balanced outpatient focus with manageable call expectations
  • Location Advantage: Practice in San Francisco-one of the most desirable and dynamic regions in the country

Who You Are

  • Passion for treating complex autoimmune neurologic conditions
  • Interested in program development, collaboration, and clinical excellence
  • Strong communicator who thrives in a team-oriented environment

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology
  • Fellowship training in Neuroimmunology (or equivalent clinical expertise)
  • Eligible for unrestricted California medical licensure
  • DEA registration (or ability to obtain prior to start)

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 over 400 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-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.

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

Diagnose and manage patients with complex neuroimmunologic disorders while developing individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the growth and development of the neuroimmunology program.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosisTreatment planningCommunicationClinical research

Neurology — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Neurology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 63% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Neurology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.5% 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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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Neurology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 455 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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

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Palo Alto, CA
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Coverage from Day One ($0-$50/month)
Dental & Vision (100% employer-paid)
8% Employer-Funded Profit-Sharing Retirement
Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
$6,000 Annual CME Allowance
Relocation Assistance
EPIC EMR
Professional Development Opportunities