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Job description
Opportunity Information
Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a highly skilled, collaborative Nurse Practitioner 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 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
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited NP 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
We Offer / 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
Medical Group 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.
Worksite address
pacifica, CA, 94045, US
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