Bay Area Primary Care Opportunity (Novato, CA)

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 located within the Bay Area. Our Novato clinic is located less than 30 miles from SF and serves both the Sonoma and Marin County communities. There is a small community feel at this location with access to a large multispecialty organization. Come work in one of the most desirable areas in the US and live within the land of high tech with easy access to wine country, beaches, lakes and the Sierra for skiing. Enjoy exceptional work life balance to experience all the area has to offer.

Location: Novato, California

• Opportunity to practice outpatient primary care
• Access to an expansive, multispecialty physician network
• Telehealth Capability
• Full or part-time opportunities
• 2-year guarantee
• Forgivable loan of $200,000
• Signing bonus
• Benefit highlights include:
  • Generous retirement savings plan, including a 401(k), profit-sharing, and an optional Cash Balance Plan
  • Flex Time Off, providing flexibility for personal time, holidays, and CME
  • CME allowance, professional liability coverage, commuter benefits (parking/transport reimbursement)
  • Relocation assistance, if applicable
  • Comprehensive employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 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
• Flexible schedules for work-life balance
• Autonomy within your practice
• Leadership and growth opportunities
• Physician-led, collegial & collaborative, multidisciplinary culture

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine

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

Nestled among the rolling hills of northern Marin County, Novato is a welcoming community of approximately 55,000 residents, located just 30 miles north of San Francisco. Combining suburban charm with beautiful open spaces, Novato offers an exceptional quality of life, excellent schools, and convenient access to the region's cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and renowned Wine Country destinations, including Sonoma and Napa Valley.

Just 10 minutes north of Novato, Petaluma blends historic character with a vibrant culinary and arts scene. Known for its farm-to-table dining, locally owned businesses, and rich agricultural roots, Petaluma offers residents a charming downtown filled with restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and live entertainment. The scenic Petaluma River provides opportunities for kayaking, paddleboarding, and outdoor recreation, while the city's strong sense of community and convenient proximity to San Francisco make it an increasingly desirable place to live and work.

Located approximately 20 minutes north of Novato, Santa Rosa is the largest city in Sonoma County, home to nearly 175,000 residents. Surrounded by world-renowned vineyards and more than 400 wineries, the region offers an unparalleled lifestyle centered around outdoor recreation, exceptional dining, arts and culture, and year-round natural beauty. Residents enjoy excellent educational opportunities, a vibrant downtown, abundant recreational amenities, and a cost of living that remains attractive compared with many other Bay Area communities.

To the south, Marin County is celebrated for its breathtaking scenery, sophisticated charm, and easy access to San Francisco via the Golden Gate Bridge. Communities such as San Rafael, Larkspur, and Mill Valley offer picturesque downtowns, boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, and access to some of Northern California's most spectacular parks and trails, including Mount Tamalpais and the Marin Headlands. With redwood forests, waterfront parks, and stunning coastal vistas, Marin County provides an outstanding balance of recreation, culture, and convenience.