Opportunity Information
About the role
Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking a full-time physician leader in Complex Family Planning (CFP) to develop and lead a comprehensive, system-aligned reproductive health program at Sutter Health California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC). In this role, you will expand access to advanced contraception, high-risk family planning services, and evidence-based abortion care, while supporting education, quality improvement, and system integration. This position includes dedicated administrative time for program development alongside a clinical practice focused on consultative and outpatient care, with limited hospital-based responsibilities.
Clinical Scope
Provide advanced contraceptive care, including LARC (Nexplanon, hormonal and copper IUDs)
Manage medically complex patients requiring individualized contraceptive planning
Standardize contraception practices and protocols at CPMC/SWBMG and participate in Sutter Women's Health Service Line strategic alignment
Deliver high-risk family planning consultations for patients with complex medical, surgical, or obstetric conditions
Collaborate with subspecialties (e.g., MFM, oncology, cardiology)
Provide preconception and interpregnancy counseling
Offer comprehensive, patient-centered counseling on pregnancy options
Develop or partner with college-based clinics to provide STI screening, treatment, and contraception services
Program Development & Procedures
Develop and standardize system-wide policies and procedures for medical and surgical abortion services
Partner with pharmacy leadership to ensure safe, compliant medication workflows
Establish evidence-based clinical guidelines and ensure consistency across sites
Provide D&E training, proctoring, and consultative support for procedural care
Build internal competency and reduce reliance on external resources where appropriate
Partnerships & System integration
Establish a formal relationship with Planned Parenthood and other community partners
Create streamlined referral pathways for complex cases and services not available internally
Improve care coordination and continuity across systems
Hospital-Based responsibilities
Participate in OB hospitalist shifts as call responsibility
Potential limited participation in backup gynecology call, based on system needs
Administrative & Leadership responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive Complex Family Planning (CFP) program
Standardize clinical protocols and workflows across sites
Partner with Women's Health Service Line leadership
Lead quality improvement initiatives and define program metrics
Support provider education and workforce development
Qualifications
MD/DO with board certification/eligibility in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Demonstrated experience in complex contraception and high-risk family planning consultative care
Training and/or experience in abortion care (medical and surgical) and commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered reproductive healthcare
Experience leading program development, quality improvement, and/or clinical operations across sites (preferred)
Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder partnership skills
Eligible for California medical licensure
Join Us and Enjoy
Comprehensive benefits and compensation package, including CME allowance
Retirement program
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Organization Details
Why Sutter Health
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.
Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a premier multi-specialty medical group 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 deliver patient-focused care, supported by an administrative infrastructure that allows clinicians to focus on patients. SWBMG offers:
A strong, collegial physician culture
Deep subspecialty expertise across disciplines
Organizational commitment to growth, quality, and patient centered care
Competitive compensation, generous benefits and a robust retirement program
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 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. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of SWBMG's employment policies and practices.