Physician, Neurology - Headache Medicine (San Francisco, CA)

About the role

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a full-time, BC/BE Adult Headache Neurologist to join the largest multispecialty neurology group in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is a unique opportunity to practice within a well-established, highly supported Headache program designed to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across the Sutter Northern California network.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary Headache team including physicians, nurse practitioners, RNs, and dedicated authorization coordinators
• Practice within a true comprehensive care model, emphasizing longitudinal outpatient management rather than consult-only care
• Perform a wide range of procedures, including: Botox injections, Occipital nerve blocks, Trigger point injections, SPG blocks
• Enjoy highly efficient procedure days, with nursing support handling Botox preparation and block setup—allowing you to stay focused on patient care

Requirements

• Neurology Board Eligibility or Certification
• Fellowship in Headache Neurology
• UCNS Board Eligibility or Certification in Headache Medicine

Qualifications

• BC/BE Adult Headache Neurology

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of headache disorders
• Proven ability to manage complex cases
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• 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: Full coverage including tail
• 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 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 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.
• The region’s diverse communities support both personal fulfillment and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of the Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, disability or status as a veteran or a disabled veteran. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within our service area.