Physician, Neurology - Headache Medicine (San Francisco, CA)

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a full-time, BC/BE Adult Headache Neurologist to join the largest multispecialty neurology group in the San Francisco Bay Area .

This is a unique opportunity to practice within a well-established, highly supported Headache program designed to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across the Sutter Northern California network.

Specialized Headache Program

• Join a multidisciplinary Headache team including physicians, nurse practitioners, RNs, and dedicated authorization coordinators

• Practice within a true comprehensive care model , emphasizing longitudinal outpatient management rather than consult-only care

• Perform a wide range of procedures, including:

  • Botox injections
  • Occipital nerve blocks
  • Trigger point injections
  • SPG blocks

• Enjoy highly efficient procedure days , with nursing support handling Botox preparation and block setup-allowing you to stay focused on patient care

Collaborative Neuroscience Environment

• Be part of a robust and highly subspecialized neurology group , including expertise in:
  movement disorders, epilepsy, dementia, neuromuscular disease, vascular neurology, neuro-oncology, pain medicine, sleep, neuro-interventional radiology, neurosurgery, neuropsychology, and neuroradiology

• Participate in regular neuroscience grand rounds and multidisciplinary case conferences , fostering collaboration and continuous learning

Opportunities to Grow Your Career

• Expand your practice to include:
  • Teaching medical students and residents
  • Development of an outpatient Headache clinic in Marin County
  • Participation in clinical research through the CPMC Neuroscience Research Institute

Qualifications

• Neurology Board Eligibility or Certification
• Fellowship in Headache Neurology
• UCNS Board Eligibility or Certification in Headache Medicine

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: Full coverage including tail
  • 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.

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 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.

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About Sutter Health

Sutter Health is one of the nation’s leading community-based, not-for-profit healthcare systems, delivering comprehensive care through hospitals, medical groups, ambulatory centers, and home health and hospice services. Guided by a mission-driven commitment to improving community health, Sutter fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth for more than 57,000 clinicians and employees across Northern California and the Central Coast. Its integrated network spans communities from urban centers to rural regions—reaching from the Oregon border to the San Joaquin Valley, from the Pacific Coast to the Sierra foothills, and south to Santa Barbara. These locations place physicians and care teams near many of California’s most desirable destinations, including San Francisco, Sacramento, Napa Valley, Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, the coastal redwoods, and the beaches of Santa Barbara. In 2026, Sutter Health was recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, in addition to being named among the Best-in-State Employers and one of Becker’s Hospital Review’s Top Places to Work in Healthcare. These recognitions reflect a sustained commitment to supporting ... physicians and care teams with the resources, leadership, and work-life balance needed to thrive. Sutter’s affiliated medical groups include Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group, Sutter East Bay Medical Group, Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods, Sutter West Bay Medical Group, Sutter Medical Group, Sutter North Medical Group, and Sansum Santa Barbara Medical Clinic. Together, these organizations form a physician-led, patient-centered system of care focused on excellence and the future of healthcare.

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