Sutter Health

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Neurosurgery, Outpatient

Sutter Health$120K — $150K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program
  • Active and unrestricted California NP or PA license
  • DEA Controlled Substance Registration (CSRC)
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Prior surgical or neurosurgery experience preferred
  • Interest in neuroscience and surgical care encouraged

Responsibilities

  • Manage new and follow-up visits in the ambulatory setting
  • Conduct telehealth consultations via Epic
  • Support pre- and post-operative care planning
  • Coordinate care across inpatient and outpatient teams
  • Triage referrals and manage clinical communications
  • Order and interpret diagnostic studies in collaboration with physicians
  • Educate patients and families for confident care decisions

Benefits

  • Medical coverage starts on day one with multiple plan options
  • 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage
  • 8% employer-funded profit-sharing retirement contribution
  • Full malpractice insurance coverage, including tail
  • $3,000 annual CME allowance
  • Relocation assistance and professional development resources
  • Fully integrated EPIC EMR across clinic and hospital settings
Full Job Description
Opportunity Information
Join a neurosurgery team where your expertise directly shapes patient outcomes—while building a career in one of the most innovative neuroscience programs in the country. Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our high-performing Neurosurgery team in San Francisco. This is an opportunity to work side-by-side with nationally recognized neurosurgeons and advanced practice clinicians in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.  Why This Role Stands Out
  • Primarily outpatient focus with meaningful inpatient exposure
  • Broad clinical experience across the full continuum of neurosurgical care
  • Strong team-based model with direct physician collaboration
  • Modern workflows, including telehealth and Epic integration
  • Professional growth opportunities within a leading neuroscience program
What You’ll DoYou’ll play a key role in guiding patients through every stage of their neurosurgical journey—including:
  • Managing new and follow-up visits in the ambulatory setting
  • Conducting telehealth consultations via Epic
  • Supporting pre- and post-operative care planning
  • Coordinating care across inpatient and outpatient teams
  • Triaging referrals and managing clinical communications
  • Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies in collaboration with physicians
  • Educating patients and families to ensure confident care decisions
The Practice Environment
  • Work in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team
  • Partner with experienced neurosurgeons who value APP autonomy
  • Be part of a culture focused on clinical excellence, safety, and patient experience
Qualifications Education
  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program
Licensure & Certifications
  • Active and unrestricted California NP or PA license
  • DEA Controlled Substance Registration (CSRC)
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Additional certifications as required by the department
Experience
  • Prior surgical or neurosurgery experience preferred
  • Candidates with a strong interest in neuroscience and surgical care are encouraged to apply
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

About Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit health system in Northern California, headquartered in Sacramento. It includes doctors, hospitals and other health care services in more than 100 Northern California cities and towns. Major service lines of Sutter Health-affiliated hospitals include cardiac care, women’s and children’s services, cancer care, orthopedics and advanced patient safety technology.
Learn more about Sutter Health
Size
58,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1981

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