Physician, Neonatal Hospitalist (San Francisco, CA | Burlingame, CA)

Neonatal Hospitalist Opportunity

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neonatal Hospitalist to join a premier, integrated neonatology program in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our multidisciplinary team includes neonatologists, neonatal hospitalists, and advanced practice clinicians working collaboratively across multiple sites.

This is an opportunity to practice in a community-based setting with the support, stability, and resources of a large, physician-led multispecialty organizationwhile delivering high-quality, patient-centered neonatal care.

Practice Overview

As part of our integrated program, physicians provide care across two clinical sites, each offering a distinct scope of practice within a collaborative system:

California Pacific Medical Center (San Francisco, CA)

Regional referral center with a 35-bed Level III NICU and access to advanced subspecialty services.

Clinical scope includes:

• Neonatal inpatient care, including attendance at high-risk deliveries
• Night coverage supported by an in-house neonatal hospitalist team
• Active well-baby service
• Participation in neonatal transport and high-risk perinatal coordination
• Collaboration with pediatric subspecialists through programs such as Small Baby Unit, neurocritical care, and neonatal surgery (in partnership with Stanford Children's Health)

Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (Burlingame, CA)

Community hospital with approximately 1,500 annual deliveries, supported by dedicated neonatal hospitalists providing 24/7 coverage.

Clinical scope includes:

• In-house neonatal care with coverage of newborn and special care nursery services
• Management of Level II Special Care Nursery (6 beds) with advanced monitoring capabilities
• Care for infants with respiratory distress, jaundice, feeding challenges, and premature infants (?34 weeks gestation)
• Active well-baby service and delivery room coverage
• Coordination with neonatology, transport teams, and pediatric subspecialists
• Emphasis on family-centered care, including parent education and support

Collaborative Model

Our neonatal hospitalists work closely with neonatologists, obstetricians, and labor and delivery teams across both sites to ensure seamless care transitions and high-quality outcomes. This integrated model promotes continuity, clinical variety, and a strong team-based culture.

Qualifications

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

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:

• Competitive Compensation: guaranteed salary plus production based bonus.
• Retirement: 8% employer-funded profit-sharing contribution up to IRS maximumsno employee contribution required
• Medical Coverage: Begins on day one, with multiple plan options starting as low as $0$50 per month; includes coverage for domestic partners
• Malpractice Insurance: Tail coverage included
• Flex Time Off: Supportive culture that promotes work-life balance with Flex Time Off
• Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid coverage
• 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

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (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.

The operational and administrative support of Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), a nonprofit organization, allows physicians to focus on delivering outstanding clinical care with a commitment to innovation, access, and quality.

Organization Highlights:

• Physician-owned and physician-led governance model
• Strong, collaborative physician culture
• Deep subspecialty expertise across disciplines
• Commitment to innovation and patient-centered care
• Opportunities for participation in medical education and clinical research

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.

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