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Sutter Health - Bay Area
Novato, California

Physician, Endocrinology (Novato & Santa Rosa, CA)

Endocrinology Above average in EndocrinologyFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods (SMGR) is seeking a full-time Endocrinologist to join our established and growing practice of 6 clinicians (4 endocrinologists and 2 Nurse practitioners).

Location: Novato, California

Practice highlights

  • Outpatient-only endocrinology practice (no inpatient responsibilities)
  • Busy referral network supported by a strong primary care base
  • Integrated EMR (EPIC)

Collaborative team environment with experienced support staff, including on-site dietitian and diabetes educator

  • Teaching opportunities with family medicine residents
  • Research opportunities available

Qualifications

  • Board Certified/Board Eligible in Endocrinology
  • Fellowship Trained in Endocrinology
  • Strong clinical skills and commitment to high-quality patient care
  • Interest in teaching and/or research a plus

Join Us and Enjoy

Competitive salary with income guarantee

Shareholder eligibility following 24-months of employment

Benefits including paid CME, paid time-off, pension plan and 401(k), phone stipend, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, health, dental, and vision insurance

Malpractice and tail insurance coverage

Relocation allowance and sign-on bonus

Organization Details

Like the majestic redwoods that surround us, we rise tall above the fog. Our roots interconnect us with our colleagues, patients and neighbors. Our branches bend to withstand the strongest of storms. Our bark is our culture - strongest when shared - protecting our core from disease, fire and division. Together we grow as the pinnacle of healthcare, cultivating a healthy ecosystem wherever we serve. Stronger together than we could ever be alone. We are Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods.

We are a multi-specialty medical group made up of over 150 clinicians, including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants practicing in 25+ specialties throughout the Sonoma County. Our organization is nationally recognized for excellence with multiple awards for quality of care, innovation and leadership.

Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods is affiliated with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, a not-for-profit health care organization, providing operational and administrative support, including the latest technology, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

Community Information

The city of Novato is located Marin County, across the Golden Gate straight from San Francisco. Novato has more than 3,600 acres of open space, making it a haven for hiking and mountain biking. The views from the 1,558-foot-high Mt. Burdell are outstanding. Novato has two public golf courses and a network of 27 oak-studded parks. Stafford Lake Park, a 139-acre expanse is a major attraction for visitors and residents who enjoy fishing, hiking, biking or day camping. At the Pacheco Ranch Winery, the oldest land grant property in California, visitors can observe how grapes are grown and enjoy fine California wine tasting. Novato's recently restored Grant Avenue has made downtown Novato a welcoming place for visitors and residents to shop and dine.

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

Provide outpatient endocrinology care within a collaborative team environment supported by a strong primary care base. Engage in teaching opportunities with family medicine residents and pursue available research opportunities.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Medical ResearchEpic EMR

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Endocrinology (Novato & Santa Rosa, CA) at Sutter Health - Bay Area a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Endocrinology — ranked against 278 active Endocrinology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Endocrinology — Physician Career Context

Of the 31 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 16% are remote, 58% have no call, 45% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.3% 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

Benefits & Perks11 jobs · 9 employers

CME allowance
91% this job
401k / retirement match
91% this job
Sign-on bonus
27% this job
Relocation assistance
27% this job
Loan repayment
9%

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Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Endocrinology

Living in Novato

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$976k
Typical market rent
$3,889/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 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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Benefits & Perks

Income guarantee
Shareholder eligibility
Paid CME
Paid time-off
Pension plan
401(k)
Phone stipend
Life insurance