Physician, Inpatient Hematology Oncology (San Francisco, CA)

Sutter Health - Bay Area

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a motivated Physician, Inpatient Hematology Oncology to join their multidisciplinary oncology care team in San Francisco. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized physicians and advanced practice clinicians in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. The Inpatient Hematology/Oncology Physician will provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to adult inpatients throughout their hematologic and oncologic journey. This physician will be a key member of the multidisciplinary oncology team, managing complex hematology and oncology patients from diagnosis through treatment, complications management, palliative care, and transitions of care across multiple hospital campuses.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Eligible for unrestricted California medical licensure.
• Eligible for DEA registration and hospital medical staff privileges.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology and Medical Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new inpatient hematology and oncology consult requests from the emergency department, hospitalist services, and specialty teams.
• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations and develop diagnostic and treatment plans for patients with complex malignant and non-malignant hematologic and oncologic conditions.
• Conduct daily inpatient rounds and ongoing clinical assessments.
• Order, interpret, and integrate laboratory studies, pathology results, molecular testing, and diagnostic imaging into patient management plans.
• Provide consultation services at the Van Ness Campus and support consultation needs at Davies and Mission Bernal campuses, including telehealth-based consultations as appropriate.
• Direct and oversee inpatient treatment plans, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, cellular therapies, transfusion support, and other oncology-related interventions.
• Monitor treatment response and toxicity, modifying care plans based on clinical status and evolving evidence-based guidelines.
• Manage oncologic emergencies and acute hematologic complications, including but not limited to: Tumor lysis syndrome, Spinal cord compression, Febrile neutropenia, Hypercalcemia of malignancy, Disseminated intravascular coagulation, Thrombotic and bleeding disorders, Cytopenias and transfusion-related complications.
• Collaborate closely with intensive care, infectious disease, radiation oncology, surgical, and other specialty teams as needed.
• Lead discussions regarding goals of care, prognosis, and treatment options.
• Provide symptom management and coordinate care with palliative care and hospice services when appropriate.
• Partner with patients and families to support informed decision-making throughout the continuum of care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including hospitalists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, case managers, and palliative care specialists.
• Ensure seamless coordination across inpatient and outpatient settings to optimize patient outcomes.
• Facilitate appropriate discharge planning, outpatient oncology follow-up, infusion therapy coordination, and transitions to post-acute or specialty care settings.
• Communicate effectively with referring physicians and outpatient oncology providers.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment options, anticipated side effects, prognosis, and supportive care resources.
• Promote shared decision-making and patient-centered care.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree