Physician, Family Medicine/Internal Medicine (Novato, CA)
About the Role
Sutter West Bay Medical Group has an opportunity for a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician to join our premier and innovative group of outpatient clinics in Novato, California. This location serves both Sonoma and Marin County communities, offering a small community feel with access to a large multispecialty organization. The role provides the opportunity to practice outpatient primary care with telehealth capability, access to an expansive physician network, and flexible full- or part-time schedules.
Benefits
- 2-year income guarantee
- $200,000 forgivable loan
- Signing bonus
- Generous retirement savings plan, including a 401(k), profit-sharing, and an optional Cash Balance Plan (8% employer-funded contribution up to IRS maximums—no employee contribution required)
- Flex Time Off for personal time, holidays, and CME
- $6,000 annual CME allowance
- Professional liability coverage with tail coverage
- Commuter benefits (parking/transport reimbursement)
- Relocation assistance, if applicable
- Comprehensive employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage (medical plans start as low as $0–$50 per month; dental and vision are 100% employer-paid)
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Health Savings Account support for eligible employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for qualifying roles
- Autonomy within your practice
- Leadership and growth opportunities
- Physician-led, collegial, and collaborative multidisciplinary culture
- Fully integrated EPIC EMR across clinic and hospital settings
- Opportunities for teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, and community engagement
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
About the Organization
Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a premier multi-specialty medical group comprising over 400 physicians practicing in the greater San Francisco service area. SWBMG operates in partnership with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), a nonprofit organization that provides an administrative infrastructure, allowing physicians to focus on patient care. Sutter Health offers a physician-aligned environment that supports innovation and investment while preserving autonomy, relationships, and purpose for clinicians.
About the Community
Novato is a welcoming community of approximately 55,000 residents in northern Marin County, located just 30 miles north of San Francisco. It combines suburban charm with beautiful open spaces, offering an exceptional quality of life, excellent schools, and convenient access to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and renowned Wine Country destinations like Sonoma and Napa Valley.
Nearby Petaluma, just 10 minutes north of Novato, blends historic character with a vibrant culinary and arts scene. Known for farm-to-table dining, locally owned businesses, and a strong sense of community, Petaluma offers a charming downtown and scenic river activities.
Santa Rosa, approximately 20 minutes north of Novato, is the largest city in Sonoma County, home to nearly 175,000 residents. Surrounded by world-renowned vineyards and over 400 wineries, it offers an unparalleled lifestyle centered around outdoor recreation, exceptional dining, arts, and culture.
Marin County, to the south, is celebrated for its breathtaking scenery, sophisticated charm, and easy access to San Francisco via the Golden Gate Bridge. Communities like San Rafael, Larkspur, and Mill Valley offer picturesque downtowns, boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, and access to stunning parks and trails, including Mount Tamalpais and the Marin Headlands.