Sutter Health·San Francisco, California
Manage a diverse panel of transplant and internal medicine patients, integrating general and perioperative care. Oversee medically complex patients while collaborating with subspecialists, radiology, and pharmacy teams.
Opportunity Information This is an opportunity to work with a world-renowned transplant group in managing a diverse panel of transplant, hepatology, gastroenterology, cardiology, nephrology and general internal medicine patients.
Hospitalist work will integrate general and perioperative medicine, liver disease, complex GI, advanced heart failure and specialty cardiac care, and end-organ disease management into a team that maximizes patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Oversee care for medically complex patients while working closely with a full complement of consult services, a top-notch radiology service and an interactive inpatient pharmacy team The service load is designed to provide excellent work-life balance while allowing careful and considered care for each patient at Sutter Health's Flagship Hospital.
CPMC (a Leapfrog Group Top Hospital) has been considered the best hospital in the Bay Area (San Francisco Chronicle reader survey) and the 'Healthiest Hospital in America' (Natural Health magazine).
1.0 FTE is equivalent to 10 shifts/per month (generally 5 days on, 10 days off pattern) Weekday Shifts 12 hours (8pm-8am) Weekend Shifts 14 hours (6pm-8am) eHospitalist for cross coverage from 6pm-2am Closed ICU with no rounding Opportunity to work with top tiered subspecialists in the country
BC/BE in Internal Medicine Active and unrestricted CA Medical License Experience with tertiary care medicine is highly preferred 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: Tail coverage including 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. 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.
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine with an active, unrestricted California Medical License. Experience with tertiary care medicine is highly preferred.
Market context
Hospital medicine nocturnist roles in California are often competitive because hospitals need physicians who can manage complex inpatient care overnight and work smoothly with multidisciplinary teams. For this position, board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine, an active unrestricted California license, and tertiary care experience are the key differentiators. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, since they are distilled from the original job description and can save research time.
