Physician Assistant | Women's Health Surgery, MIGS & Urogynecology | San Francisco, CA
Job Description
Opportunity Information
\nAt a glance
\nSutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG), in partnership with Sutter Health, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Surgical Physician Assistant to join our growing Women's Health team in San Francisco.
\nThis is an exciting opportunity to work closely with physicians across Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS), general OB/GYN, and Urogynecology, supporting both surgical and clinical care for patients across the women's health continuum. The incoming PA will play an important role in perioperative care, surgical assisting, postoperative management, patient education, and multidisciplinary care coordination.
\nThe ideal candidate is passionate about women's health, enjoys procedural and surgical care, and thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment.
\nHighlights
\nSurgical PA role supporting MIGS, OB/GYN, and UroGyn providers
\nOpportunity to work with a highly collaborative Women's Health team in San Francisco
\nMix of surgical, perioperative, and outpatient clinical responsibilities
\nExposure to minimally invasive, robotic, laparoscopic, and urogynecologic surgical care
\nStrong physician partnership and multidisciplinary team support
\nOpportunity to help improve access, care coordination, and patient experience across Women's Health
\nPractice within a large, growing, multispecialty physician-led medical group
\nPosition Details / Clinical Scope
\nKey responsibilities may include:
\nProvide first-assist support in the operating room for gynecologic, minimally invasive, robotic, laparoscopic, and urogynecologic procedures
\nSupport preoperative evaluation, surgical planning, patient counseling, and informed consent education
\nManage postoperative follow-up visits, wound checks, recovery guidance, and patient questions
\nEvaluate and manage common gynecologic and urogynecologic concerns in collaboration with supervising physicians
\nAssist with care coordination for patients undergoing surgical treatment for fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and other women's health conditions
\nSupport outpatient procedures and clinic-based care as appropriate to training, experience, and scope
\nParticipate in multidisciplinary care planning with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other clinical team members
\nProvide patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment options, surgical expectations, recovery, medications, and follow-up care
\nHelp improve clinical workflows, surgical access, documentation, patient communication, and continuity of care
\nPractice at the top of license while maintaining a collaborative, patient-centered approach
\nRequirements
\nGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
\nCurrent California Physician Assistant license, or eligibility to obtain California licensure
\nNCCPA certification required
\nMinimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience required
\nAt least one year of women's health, OB/GYN, surgical, or related specialty experience strongly preferred
\nPrior operating room, first-assist, robotic, laparoscopic, or gynecologic surgery experience preferred
\nStrong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and patient education skills
\nComfortable working collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams
\nCommitment to high-quality, patient-centered, equitable care
\nInterest in women's health, surgical care, preventive care, and team-based practice
\nWe Offer / Join Us and Enjoy
\nSutter West Bay Medical Group provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your professional growth, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
\nCompetitive Compensation: guaranteed salary plus production-based bonus.
\nRetirement: 8% employer-funded profit-sharing contribution up to IRS maximums-no employee contribution required
\nMedical Coverage: Begins on day one, with multiple plan options starting as low as $0-$50 per month; includes coverage for domestic partners
\nMalpractice Insurance: Tail coverage included
\nFlex Time Off: Supportive culture that promotes work-life balance with Flex Time Off
\nDental & Vision: 100% employer-paid coverage
\nContinuing Medical Education: $3,000 annual CME allowance
\nRelocation & Support: Relocation assistance and access to professional development resources
\nTechnology: Fully integrated EPIC EMR across both clinic and hospital settings
\nProfessional Development: Opportunities for teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, leadership, and community engagement
\nMedical Group Details
\nSutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a premier physician-owned and physician-led multispecialty medical group recognized nationally for excellence in quality, innovation, and physician leadership. With nearly 500 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, SWBMG delivers integrated care spanning primary, specialty, tertiary, and quaternary services throughout Northern California. The operational and administrative support of Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation allows physicians to focus on delivering outstanding clinical care with a commitment to innovation, access, and quality.
\nOrganization Highlights:
\nPhysician-owned and physician-led governance model
\nStrong, collaborative physician culture
\nDeep subspecialty expertise across disciplines
\nCommitment to innovation and patient-centered care
\nOpportunities for participation in medical education and clinical research
\nCommunity Information
\nLiving in San Francisco
\nSan Francisco offers a rare combination of professional opportunity, intellectual energy, and quality of life for physicians drawn to innovation and impact.
\nAs a global hub for healthcare innovation, life sciences, and research, the city attracts forward-thinking clinicians and collaborators shaping the future of medicine. A strong academic environment and commitment to equity and access create a compelling setting for advancing care.
\nOutside of work, you'll enjoy world-class dining, arts, and culture, plus easy access to Northern California's natural beauty-from coastal trails to wine country. The region's diverse communities support both personal fulfillment and long-term professional growth.
\n\nEqual Opportunity Statement
\nIt 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.
