Lead Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) - San Francisco, CA | OB/GYN Leadership Role | Full-Scope Midwifery + Program Development

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking a motivated Lead Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join our team in San Francisco, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with a highly collaborative team providing high-quality, patient-centered care across the full scope of midwifery services.

About the Opportunity

As a Lead Certified Nurse Midwife , you will serve as a clinical leader within our Women's Health team, providing comprehensive midwifery care across the continuum, including prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecologic services. In addition to clinical responsibilities, you will play a key role in guiding team practices, supporting professional development, and advancing high-quality, patient-centered care. This role offers a dynamic blend of outpatient and inpatient responsibilities, with opportunities to contribute to program development, patient education, and quality improvement initiatives. Point-of-care ultrasound is an integral part of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope midwifery care, including prenatal visits, labor and delivery management, postpartum care, and routine gynecologic services

• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to CNMs and other clinical staff, supporting skill development and best practices

• Support team operations, including scheduling coordination, workflow optimization, and clinical coverage planning

• Partner with leadership to drive program development, quality improvement initiatives, and implementation of evidence-based care models

• Perform and interpret point-of-care obstetric and gynecologic ultrasounds (e.g., dating, viability, fetal position, basic assessments)

• Conduct patient evaluations, follow-ups, and hospital-based care in collaboration with OB/GYN physicians and care teams

• Support labor and delivery, including triage, admissions, and management of low- to moderate-risk pregnancies

• Perform routine procedures within CNM scope (e.g., well-woman exams, contraception management, screenings)

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including obstetricians, nurses, lactation consultants, and pediatric providers

• Provide patient education on pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and reproductive health

• Contribute to onboarding and orientation of new midwifery staff

Requirements

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Midwifery program

Required Experience & Skills:

• 5-7 years of experience practicing as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

• Ideally 2 years of experience as a Lead CNM

• Demonstrated competency in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound

• Experience performing and interpreting point-of-care ultrasound in a clinical setting

Licensure & Certifications:

• Current California Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) license

• Furnishing Number

• DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate (CSRC)

• Current BLS certification

• Current ACLS certification

We Offer / Join Us and Enjoy

• Work within a collaborative, team-based care model with experienced OB/GYN physicians and advanced practice providers

• Be part of a supportive and patient-centered environment focused on evidence-based, compassionate care

• Practice in a vibrant San Francisco community with access to diverse patient populations

• Enjoy a culture that promotes professional growth, autonomy, and teamwork

• Receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

• Access continuing education and professional development opportunities

Medical Group Details

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (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

San Francisco is the leading financial and cultural center of Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. San Francisco is one of the top tourist destinations in the world and is renowned for its temperate weather, steep rolling hills, unique architecture, arts and culture, and fine dining. The population is very diverse and there is high demand for primary care.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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