Physician, Inpatient Hematology/Oncology (San Francisco, CA)

Opportunity Information:

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking a full-time Board Certified Hematology/Oncology Hospitalist to join our developing Inpatient Hematology/Oncology program at California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) in San Francisco, California.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing inpatient Hematology/Oncology consultation service and play a meaningful role in its development. The Hematology/Oncology Hospitalist will provide comprehensive inpatient hematology and oncology care while collaborating closely with other physicians, as well as advanced practice clinicians, fellows, nursing, pharmacy, and multidisciplinary care teams.

The ideal candidate is clinically versatile across both hematology and oncology, highly collaborative, and committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. An interest in medical education and teaching is valued.

Location: San Francisco, California

Opportunity Details:

• Join a developing inpatient Hematology/Oncology program as the first physician hire in a planned two-hospitalist model

• Help shape and develop the clinical structure, workflows, and future growth of the inpatient Hematology/Oncology consultation service

• Provide comprehensive inpatient hematology and oncology consultations and clinical management

• Work within a collaborative inpatient team expected to include an advanced practice clinician and Hematology/Oncology fellow

• Collaborate closely with outpatient Hematology/Oncology physicians, hospitalists, intensivists, advanced practice clinicians, nursing, pharmacy, and multidisciplinary care teams

• Provide clinical supervision and teaching for Hematology/Oncology fellows and advanced practice clinicians, with potential opportunities to work with residents

• Perform bone marrow biopsies and intrathecal chemotherapy and oversee chemotherapy ordering as clinically appropriate

• Participate in multidisciplinary care coordination for medically complex hospitalized hematology and oncology patients

• Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety, clinical workflow, and program development initiatives

• Work closely with Hematology/Oncology leadership as the inpatient program continues to develop and expand

• Practice primarily at CPMC Van Ness Campus, with potential coverage needs at CPMC Mission Bernal Campus as services expand

• Initial schedule is anticipated to be primarily Monday through Friday with existing weekend coverage support

• As the service expands to a two-hospitalist model, the anticipated goal is to transition toward a 7-on/7-off hospitalist schedule

Clinical Focus: The Hematology/Oncology Hospitalist will provide inpatient consultation and management across a broad spectrum of hematologic and oncologic conditions, including:

• Inpatient hematology consultations and management

• Inpatient oncology consultations and management

• Acute complications of hematologic and oncologic disease

• Cancer-related symptoms and complications requiring inpatient management

• Treatment-related complications and toxicities

• Chemotherapy management and ordering

• Bone marrow biopsy

• Intrathecal chemotherapy

• Complex hospitalized patients requiring coordinated multidisciplinary Hematology/Oncology care

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency and Hematology/Oncology fellowship training program

• Board Certification in both Hematology and Medical Oncology

• Eligible for unrestricted California medical licensure

• Current or eligible DEA registration

• Approximately three (3) to five (5) years of post-fellowship Hematology/Oncology experience preferred; exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered

• Broad clinical expertise across both hematology and oncology with the ability to provide inpatient consultation and management across both specialties

• Experience with or demonstrated competency in bone marrow biopsy, intrathecal chemotherapy, and chemotherapy ordering

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 included
• 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 nearly 500 clinicians 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.

Why This Matters for You

Joining Sutter means more than stepping into a role. It's an opportunity to:

• Be part of a forward-thinking program shaping the future of care
• Practice in a system investing heavily in innovation, technology, and growth
• Contribute to expanding access to world-class healthcare in San Francisco
• Build your career within a modern, collaborative, and evolving care environment

Be Part of What's Next

If you're looking to combine meaningful clinical work with innovation and growth, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

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.