Physician, Neurosurgery (San Francisco, CA)

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a full-time, Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our growing Neurosurgery Division at the Mission Bernal Neuroscience Institute at California Pacific Medical Center .

This is a compelling opportunity for a neurosurgeon with a subspecialty interest in spine, peripheral nerve, or functional neurosurgery to build and expand a high-impact practice within a leading neuroscience program in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Subspecialty Growth Opportunity - Develop and grow a focused practice aligned with your expertise and interests
• Established Program + Expansion - Join a well-supported neurosurgical service with strong momentum and growth potential
• Robust Referral Network - Benefit from a large, integrated primary care and specialty referral base
• Advanced Practice Environment - Practice within a premier neuroscience institute with modern infrastructure and resources
• Autonomy with Support - Build your practice while supported by a highly collaborative system

Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Care

You?ll work alongside a deeply integrated team including:

• Neuro-interventionalists
• Neurologists
• Neuro-oncologists
• Radiation oncologists
• Otorhinolaryngologists (ENT)
• Highly experienced clinical and administrative support staff

This team-based model ensures comprehensive, coordinated care for complex neurological conditions.

Clinical Scope

• General neurosurgery with focus on spine, peripheral nerve, or functional cases
• Opportunity to shape your clinical practice based on your subspecialty training
• Participation in both outpatient and inpatient care , supported by established hospital services

Professional Growth

• Opportunity to build a recognized subspecialty program in a highly desirable market
• Leadership and program development potential
• Access to a large multispecialty network for collaboration and case development

Qualifications

• BC/BE in Neurosurgery; fellowship preferred
• 3-5 years of experience preferred but new graduates are welcome to apply
• Active or eligible for a California Medical License

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.

Advancing the Future of Neuroscience at Sutter Health

Sutter Health is redefining what?s possible in brain health across Northern California-bringing together innovation, advanced care, and access in one of the nation?s most dynamic regions.

At the center of this vision is the , a state-of-the-art, five-story, 129,000-square-foot facility currently under development in San Francisco. Located at 3555 César Chávez Street , this flagship center will serve as a regional hub for neurological care, advanced diagnostics, and research , uniting expertise and innovation under one roof.

"Sutter Health has a bold vision for brain health," said President and CEO Warner Thomas. "This new complex represents our commitment to delivering accessible, high-quality care that fuels innovation and brings the highest standards of neurological health closer to home."

Why This Matters for You

Joining Sutter means more than stepping into a role-it?s an opportunity to:

• Be part of a forward-thinking neuroscience program shaping the future of care
• Practice in a system investing heavily in innovation, technology, and growth
• Contribute to expanding access to world-class neurological services in San Francisco
• Build your career within a modern, collaborative, and evolving care environment

Be Part of What?s Next

If you?re looking to combine meaningful clinical work with innovation and growth , this is your opportunity to make an impact.

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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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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