Job Description

Opportunity Information

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Rheumatologist to join our growing, physician-led multispecialty medical group in San Francisco, California.

This is an excellent opportunity to practice full-spectrum, outpatient Rheumatology in a highly collaborative environment with access to an expansive multispecialty physician network. The incoming physician will have the opportunity to help develop and grow the Rheumatology program while building a practice that supports clinical autonomy, high-quality patient care, and strong collaboration across specialties.

Opportunity Highlights

• Practice full-spectrum, outpatient Rheumatology
• Join a growing Rheumatology program with opportunities to help shape and develop the service line
• Access to an expansive, integrated multispecialty physician network
• Strong referral base and collaborative relationships across primary care and specialty care
• Autonomy within your practice
• Leadership and professional growth opportunities
• Physician-led, collegial, and collaborative multidisciplinary culture
• Supportive practice environment focused on high-quality, patient-centered care

Clinical Focus

The Rheumatologist will evaluate and manage a broad range of rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions in an outpatient setting, including inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disease, vasculitis, osteoporosis, and other complex rheumatologic conditions.

The role offers the opportunity to partner closely with primary care physicians, specialists, advanced practice clinicians, and care teams across the Sutter network to provide coordinated, comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
• Eligible for medical licensure in California
• Strong clinical skills and commitment to patient-centered care
• Interest in program development and collaborative multidisciplinary practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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:

• Competitive Compensation: guaranteed salary plus production-based bonus.
• Retirement: 8% employer-funded profit-sharing contribution up to IRS maximums—no employee contribution required
• Continuing Medical Education: $6,000 annual CME allowance
• Relocation & Support: Relocation assistance and access to professional development resources
• Medical Coverage: Begins on day one
• Malpractice Insurance: Tail coverage included
• Flex Time Off: Supportive culture that promotes work-life balance with Flex Time Off
• Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid coverage
• Technology: Fully integrated EPIC EMR across both clinic and hospital settings. Ambient documentation support through Abridge
• Professional Development: Opportunities for teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, leadership, and community engagement

Organization Details

About Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a physician-owned and physician-led multispecialty medical group affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC), a leading tertiary and quaternary care center in San Francisco. With nearly 500 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, SWBMG provides care across a broad range of primary and specialty services, supported by the operational infrastructure of Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation. This structure allows clinicians to practice with autonomy while benefiting from the resources, collaboration, and stability of an integrated health system.

Organization Highlights:

• Physician-owned and physician-led governance model
• Affiliation with CPMC, a leading San Francisco tertiary and quaternary care center
• Strong, collaborative physician culture
• Broad multispecialty and subspecialty network
• Support for innovation, quality, and patient-centered care
• Opportunities for participation in medical education and clinical research

Community Information

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.