Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Urgent Care, Independent Contractor (San Francisco, CA)

Sutter West Bay Medical Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor

Flexible shifts

No minimum shift commitment

Schedule autonomy

Potential pathway to W-2 employment

Job summary

Sutter West Bay Medical Group in San Francisco seeks an experienced Urgent Care NP or PA to join a collaborative, physician-led team in a modern ambulatory urgent care setting with strong clinical leadership and operational support. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating non-emergent illnesses, performing tests, and coordinating referrals with supervising physicians to ensure timely care.

This independent contractor position offers flexible shifts, no minimum commitment, and potential

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program.
• National certification as NP (FNP or equivalent) or PA-C.
• Active, unrestricted California license.
• Current DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain).
• BLS required; ACLS and PALS as applicable.
• Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or ambulatory acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat non-emergent acute illnesses and minor injuries across the lifespan.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic testing, including laboratory studies, EKGs, and imaging.
• Perform in-office procedures consistent with urgent care practice and scope of licensure.
• Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Ensure timely referrals, escalation of care, and coordination when clinically indicated.

Skills

Urgent care experience

Clinical decision-making

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Job description

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative, physician-led team in San Francisco. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a modern ambulatory urgent care setting with strong clinical leadership and operational support.

Position Highlights

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat non-emergent acute illnesses and minor injuries across the lifespan
• Perform and interpret diagnostic testing, including laboratory studies, EKGs, and imaging
• Perform in-office procedures consistent with urgent care practice and scope of licensure
• Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary care teams
• Ensure timely referrals, escalation of care, and coordination when clinically indicated
• Practice within a highly respected, physician-led organization

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• National certification as an NP (FNP or equivalent) or PA-C
• Active, unrestricted California license
• Current DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
• BLS required; ACLS and PALS as applicable
• Prior urgent care, emergency medicine, or ambulatory acute care experience required

Join Us and Enjoy

• Flexible independent contractor opportunity for a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Choose your preferred shifts based on your availability and our staffing needs
• No minimum shift commitment required
• Enjoy greater schedule autonomy and work-life balance
• Opportunity to gain experience across a dynamic care environment
• Potential pathway to future W-2 employment opportunities

Organization Details

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is a premier, physician-led multispecialty group providing care throughout San Francisco. Advanced Practice Clinicians enjoy a collegial environment, integrated care model, and the opportunity to practice at the top of their license while maintaining work-life balance in one of the most desirable cities in the country.

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.