Physician, Neonatology (San Francisco, CA | Berkeley, CA | Oakland, CA)

Sutter West Bay Medical Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Robust retirement program

Relocation package

Opportunities for teaching and research

Flexible scheduling

Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Neonatologists to join an innovative team in California. This full-time position supports a high-acuity collaborative environment across two locations, offering a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Enjoy flexibility in scheduling that promotes work-life balance and opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership development within a collegial culture.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.
• Active California medical license (or eligibility) by start date.

Responsibilities

• Management of micropreemies utilizing advanced ventilation strategies.
• Dedicated Small Baby Unit for specialized neonatal care.
• Comprehensive neonatal surgical services.

Skills

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Active California medical license

Job description

Opportunity Information

SWBMG is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Neonatologists to join a premier, innovative, and rapidly growing team of providers. This recruitment includes three full-time positions across two established practice locations: California Pacific Medical Center (San Francisco, CA) and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center (Oakland and Berkeley, CA). Our integrated neonatology program spans three clinical sites, supporting an annual delivery volume of approximately 7,000 births and an average daily NICU census of 36. Physicians practice across a high-acuity, collaborative environment with access to advanced technology and subspecialty support.

Clinical Scope Includes

• Management of micropreemies utilizing advanced ventilation strategies
• Dedicated Small Baby Unit for specialized neonatal care
• Comprehensive neonatal surgical services
• Therapeutic hypothermia
• Neonatal transport coordination

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
• Active California medical license (or eligibility) by start date

Join Us and Enjoy

• Competitive compensation with generous benefits and CME allowance
• Robust retirement program
• Relocation package
• Opportunities for teaching, research, mentorship, and leadership development
• Access to a large, integrated, multispecialty physician network
• Autonomy in clinical practice within a supportive infrastructure
• Clear pathways for leadership and career advancement
• Collegial, multidisciplinary culture
• Flexible scheduling that promotes work‑life balance
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)*
• As a physician with SWBMG providing services to the nonprofit Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, this position meets employer eligibility criteria for the federal PSLF program under the California state law exception.

Organization Details

SWBMG is a premier, physician-owned and physician-led multispecialty medical group nationally recognized for excellence in quality and leadership. With nearly 500 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, SWBMG delivers integrated care ranging from primary to quaternary services throughout San Francisco and Northern California. SWBMG partners closely with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), a nonprofit organization that provides the administrative and operational infrastructure that enables physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

Highlights of the Organization Include

• Strong, collaborative physician culture
• Deep subspecialty expertise across disciplines
• Commitment to growth, innovation, and patient-centered care
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Active involvement in teaching, residency and fellowship training, and clinical research

Community Information

The San Francisco Bay Area offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and exceptional quality of life. The region is home to leading hospitals, academic institutions, and research centers, providing exceptional opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and continued learning in your medical specialty. Beyond the workplace, the Bay Area provides an unmatched lifestyle. Enjoy world-class dining, vibrant arts and cultural experiences, and diverse, welcoming communities. With year-round access to Northern California’s natural beauty—from coastal trails and redwood forests to Napa Valley wine country—this region offers the perfect balance of career fulfillment and personal well‑being.

Equal Opportunity Statement

• It is the policy of the Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, disability or status as a veteran or a disabled veteran. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within our service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of SWBMG’s employment policies and practices.