Surgical Assist, Inpatient Management and Acute Care Call, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Spine Surgery (San Francisco, CA)

Sutter Health

San Francisco, California

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Academic Background, Acute Care, Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), Basic Life Support (BLS), Biology, Clinical Assessment, Community Support, Cross-Functional, Electronic Medical Records, Epic Systems, Health Plan, Healthcare, Hospital, International Health, Medicine, Neurosurgery, Nonprofit, Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedics, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Physician Assistant, Scientific Research, Standards of Care, Surgical Procedures, Team Player, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
LOCATION
San Francisco, California
POSTED
30+ days ago
Opportunity Information:
Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a highly skilled, collaborative Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Spine Surgery team in a unique, dual-focused role that blends first assist surgical care and high-acuity inpatient management.
 
This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside renowned spine surgeons at the forefront of advanced surgical care in a dynamic academic environment—while building deep expertise across the full spectrum of the surgical care continuum.

What You’ll Do

As an integral member of the spine team, you will play a critical role both in the operating room and at the bedside, ensuring continuity and excellence in patient care:
 
Surgical Assist (Primary Focus)
  • Provide first assist support on spine procedures in a high-acuity OR setting
  • Collaborate closely with surgeons during advanced spinal surgeries
  • Support pre-operative preparation and intraoperative decision-making
Inpatient & Acute Care Management
  • Manage pre- and post-operative spine patients throughout hospitalization
  • Conduct daily rounds and coordinate multidisciplinary care plans
  • Respond to acute clinical needs and urgent spine-related cases
  • Participate in call coverage for emergent inpatient issues

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Dual Practice Model: Unique blend of OR first assist + inpatient spine management
  • High-Acuity Experience: Work on complex and specialized spine cases
  • Academic Environment: Collaborate with surgeons, residents, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Professional Growth: Expand advanced surgical and clinical skillsets
  • Team-Centered Culture: Strong collaboration, support, and shared commitment to patient outcomes

Who You Are

  • Experienced NP or PA with a strong surgical and/or inpatient foundation
  • Comfortable in high-acuity, fast-paced clinical environments
  • Skilled in managing complex patient scenarios with confidence and autonomy
  • Team-oriented and passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
  • Committed to continuous learning and excellence in spine surgery
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program
  • Current CA license (or ability to obtain)
  • Board Certification
  • Full schedule DEA
  • BLS Certification
  • Other Certification required for area of specialty

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in spine surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, or surgical subspecialty care
  • Experience in surgical settings/first assist
  • Strong clinical assessment and patient education skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team-based, academic environment
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: Full coverage including tail
  • Continuing Medical Education: $3,000 annual CME allowance
  • Relocation & Support: Relocation assistance and access to professional development resources
  • Technology: Fully integrated EPIC EMR across both clinic and hospital settings
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:

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.

About the Company

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Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1921
WEBSITE
https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/