Primary Care Women's Health - Medical Director

Job Description

Primary Care Women’s Health – Medical Director

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.

• Mount Zion Campus, San Francisco Adult Outpatient; Monday–Friday Schedule
• Leadership role overseeing a thriving Women’s Health Primary Care practice
• Direct supervision of 12 physicians within an 18-provider team (MDs & NPs)
• Adult primary care with a women’s health focus — no obstetrics
• Significant protected time for leadership, academic work, teaching, and quality initiatives
• Dedicated administrative time aligned with clinical sessions (QI projects, innovation, program development)
• Collegial, on-site team with strong morale and long-tenured support staff
• Collaborative environment alongside Family & Internal Medicine physicians passionate about women’s health
• Monday–Friday schedule only — no weekends
• Office closed for 14 holidays annually
• Opportunities to teach medical students and residents (optional)
• Competitive, stable academic compensation model

CLINICAL / ADMINISTRATIVE

• Expected distribution of professional effort includes:
• Clinical Care: Minimum 50% (4 clinical sessions/week)
• Medical Director duties: 25%
• Opportunities for Faculty Physicians to have 10-20% protected time for teaching or creative scholarly activities.

Why UCSF?

• Impactful Work: Shape the future of healthcare by addressing the unique needs of women while advancing equity and excellence in primary care.
• Collaborative Team: Be part of a multidisciplinary group of providers who are passionate about women’s health and committed to innovative, evidence-based care.
• Professional Growth: UCSF Health offers unmatched opportunities for career advancement, research involvement, and leadership development, all in a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Commitment to Diversity: UCSF is dedicated to creating a space where diverse voices thrive and contribute to transforming healthcare.

What We’re Looking For

• Board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician with comprehensive outpatient care experience
• Ability to manage adult patients
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care, with interest in quality improvement and collaborative practice
• Openness to academic engagement, including teaching or scholarly activities when opportunities arise

Why Live & Work in San Francisco?

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.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements:

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

Prior leadership experience such as Associate Medical Director, Site Director, residency leadership, or other administrative, educational, or research leadership roles

Generous and Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• $245K – 287K
  • 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

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements:
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Reference requirements:
• 3 required (contact information only)

Join Us at UCSF Health. Have a conversation before you apply * Contact Victoria Hill, Sr Recruiter View email address on ziprecruiter.com View phone number on ziprecruiter.com

About UC San Francisco

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

Job location

San Francisco, CA