Primary Care Physician needed in San Mateo (FM/ IM)

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Primary Care Physician (FM/IM) – San Mateo, CA 

Position description

Come join us at UCSF Health –a global leader in medical education and public health, clinical practice, and scientific discovery. UCSF is committed to creating and maintaining a supportive work and learning environment that attracts the best faculty, staff, students, and trainees.

Exciting Outpatient Primary Care Opportunity in San Mateo, CA
• Work with family, general internal physicians, women’s health and pediatricians
• 7 or 8 (1/2-day) clinical sessions
• 20% is protected administrative time- Two half-days weekly protected time for administrative duties, quality improvement projects, and creative activity.
• Monday through Friday hours only-no inpatient or weekend clinic scheduling
• Medical student teaching if desired
• Competitive and stable compensation
• Generous benefits include 403(B) and 457 retirement savings plans, CME and board certification allowance, malpractice, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision benefits plus much more

Top 5 Reasons to Love San Francisco and San Mateo
The San Francisco Bay Area offers physicians a unique blend of professional growth and personal well-being in a dynamic, inclusive community with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and access to nature.

1. Proximity and Access to UCSF and Leading Medical Resources: Practicing in San Francisco or San Mateo through UCSF offers the best of both worlds: a community-focused practice where physicians develop long-term relationships with patients, backed by the resources and academic strength of a premier medical institution.
2. Support for Work-Life Balance: With its scenic parks, nearby beaches, and recreational trails, the Bay Area encourages a healthy lifestyle and provides opportunities to unwind outside of work.
3. Quality Education and Safe Communities: The area is known for its strong public and private schools, along with neighborhoods that support safe, family-friendly living in the city or the suburbs.
4. It’s a Large City and a Small Community: The Bay Area is home to a vibrant, multicultural population, fostering a welcoming environment and opportunities for connection both personally and professionally.
5. Emphasis on Health and Wellness: The area features a wide range of wellness resources—from farmers markets and fitness studios to health-conscious dining—complemented by a mild, outdoor-friendly climate.

UCSF Health is part of UC San Francisco, one of the top universities in the nation for health sciences research and higher education. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your professional interests as you consider the next steps in your career.

Required qualifications:
California licensed physician (MD or DO) by start date with board certification or eligibility and willingness to become board certified in Family Medicine.

Generous and Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
· UC Pension Plan
· 403(b) & 457(b) Retirement Savings Plans, Defined Contribution Plan
· CME & Board Certification Allowance
· Malpractice, Life and Disability Insurance
· Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
· Plus many more

For positions that are 51% effort or more:
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $140,600-$369,000. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

For positions that are 50% effort or less:
See Table 2 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,700-$246,000.

Please apply online at  Applicants’ materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).

• Cover Letter (Optional)

• Statement of Research (Optional)

• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

San Francisco, CA and San Mateo, CA