Physician, Hospitalist - Neonatology (San Francisco, CA | Burlingame, CA)
Reported by 5 physicians · state cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Overview
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Schedule
- Night coverage supported by in-house neonatal hospitalist team; 24/7 coverage at community hospital
- SalaryDr Signal range
- $370k – $390k
- Practice
- Community-based setting within a large, physician-led multispecialty organization · Hospital with Level III NICU at California Pacific Medical Center and Level II Special Care Nursery at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center
5 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
Role summary
Sutter West Bay Medical Group seeks a Board Certified/Eligible Neonatal Hospitalist for community hospital positions with inpatient neonatal and well-baby care across two hospitals in the San Francisco Bay Area, offering a guaranteed salary plus production bonus, comprehensive benefits including EPIC EMR, retirement, malpractice tail, CME support, and relocation assistance. The collaborative care model integrates neonatologists, obstetricians, and pediatric subspecialists.
What the posting highlights
- Collaborative model working with neonatologists, obstetricians, labor and delivery teams, and pediatric subspecialists across two sites
- Care setting: Inpatient neonatal care and well-baby service including Level II and Level III NICU care
- Patient population: Neonates including high-risk deliveries, well-baby service, premature infants ≥34 weeks, respiratory distress, jaundice, feeding challenges
- Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.
Compensation
- What physicians report
- $370k – $390k
- Pay context
- SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
- Report sample
- 5 recent physician reports · state cohort
- Compensation basis
- Estimated total compensation
- Bonus / incentives
- Production based bonus
Benefits named in the posting
- 8% employer-funded profit-sharing retirement up to IRS maximums
- Medical coverage from day one including domestic partners
- Tail coverage included for malpractice insurance
- Flex Time Off supportive of work-life balance
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage
- $6,000 annual CME allowance
- Relocation assistance
This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 5 recent, approved physician reports (state cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.
Employer
Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG)
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Community-based setting within a large, physician-led multispecialty organization
- Facility type
- Hospital with Level III NICU at California Pacific Medical Center and Level II Special Care Nursery at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center
- Beds
- 35
- Patient population
- Neonates including high-risk deliveries, well-baby service, premature infants ≥34 weeks, respiratory distress, jaundice, feeding challenges
- EHR
- EPIC
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Questions to ask the employer
- How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Call burden
- Night coverage supported by in-house neonatal hospitalist team; 24/7 coverage at community hospital
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Inpatient neonatal care and well-baby service including Level II and Level III NICU care
- Coverage model
- Collaborative model working with neonatologists, obstetricians, labor and delivery teams, and pediatric subspecialists across two sites
- Teaching
- Yes
- Research
- Yes
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Aggregated (ym_careers)
- Salary label
- SalaryDr Signal
- First seen
- 1 wk ago
- Last verified
- yesterday
- Extraction confidence
- 95%
Full description
Opportunity Information Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neonatal Hospitalist to join a premier, integrated neonatology program in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our multidisciplinary team includes neonatologists, neonatal hospitalists, and advanced practice clinicians working collaboratively across multiple sites. This is an opportunity to practice in a community-based setting with the support, stability, and resources of a large, physician-led multispecialty organization-while delivering high-quality, patient-centered neonatal care. Practice Overview As part of our integrated program, physicians provide care across two clinical sites, each offering a distinct scope of practice within a collaborative system: California Pacific Medical Center (San Francisco, CA) Regional referral center with a 35-bed Level III NICU and access to advanced subspecialty services. Clinical scope includes Neonatal inpatient care, including attendance at high-risk deliveries Night coverage supported by an in-house neonatal hospitalist team Active well-baby service Participation in neonatal transport and high-risk perinatal coordination Collaboration with pediatric subspecialists through programs such as Small Baby Unit, neurocritical care, and neonatal surgery (in partnership with Stanford Children's Health) Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (Burlingame, CA) Community hospital with approximately 1,500 annual deliveries , supported by dedicated neonatal hospitalists providing 24/7 coverage. Clinical scope includes In-house neonatal care with coverage of newborn and special care nursery services Management of Level II Special Care Nursery (6 beds) with advanced monitoring capabilities Care for infants with respiratory distress, jaundice, feeding challenges, and premature infants (≥34 weeks gestation) Active well-baby service and delivery room coverage Coordination with neonatology, transport teams, and pediatric subspecialists Emphasis on family-centered care, including parent education and support Collaborative Model Our neonatal hospitalists work closely with neonatologists, obstetricians, and labor and delivery teams across both sites to ensure seamless care transitions and high-quality outcomes. This integrated model promotes continuity, clinical variety, and a strong team-based culture. Qualifications Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics or Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Active California medical license (or eligibility) by start date 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 Medical Coverage: Begins on day one, with multiple plan options starting as low as $0-$50 per month; includes coverage for domestic partners 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 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 Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a premier, physician-owned and physician-led multispecialty medical group nationally recognized for excellence in quality and leadership. With nearly 500 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, SWBMG delivers integrated care ranging from primary to quaternary services throughout San Francisco and Northern California. The operational and administrative support of Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), a nonprofit organization, allows physicians to focus on delivering outstanding clinical care with a commitment to innovation, access, and quality. Organization Highlights Physician-owned and physician-led governance model Strong, collaborative physician culture Deep subspecialty expertise across disciplines Commitment to innovation and patient-centered care Opportunities for participation in medical education and clinical research 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.