Physician, Regional Medical Director (Marin County)

Sutter Health • San Francisco, CA

3h • $230,000 - $450,000

About The Position

The Regional Medical Director for Marin serves in a dual strategic and operational leadership role, responsible for sustainable growth, day-to-day practice operations, business development, and strategic initiatives in the Marin County market. The role develops growth strategies aligned with Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) and Sutter Health, identifies opportunities to expand clinical services and specialties, and coordinates with physician recruitment, market leadership, and community stakeholders.

The physician leader provides daily oversight of Marin-based practice operations and co-leads with onsite operational leaders to support efficient clinic workflows, resource allocation, and performance. The role monitors clinical and operational metrics, implements best practices, and identifies regional needs and opportunities for service-line expansion, facility upgrades, telehealth, and outreach. It also advocates for resources, capital investment, personnel, and technology; develops partnerships; and represents SWBMG at key forums.

The Regional Medical Director upholds standards for quality, safety, and patient experience; supports providers’ clinical excellence and professional development; and champions value-based care, pay-for-performance programs, and quality improvement. The role reports regularly to the CMO and collaborates with regional medical directors and market and network leadership.

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is part of the Sutter Health network and is a clinician-led, multispecialty group serving the greater San Francisco Bay Area. The posting describes an integrated EPIC electronic medical record across clinic and hospital settings, administrative infrastructure, and opportunities in teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, leadership, and community engagement. Marin County and San Francisco are described as the communities in which the role and organization operate.

Requirements

• Board-certified MD or DO.
• Active California medical license.
• At least 5 years of clinical leadership experience as a medical director, clinic chief, or equivalent.
• Deep knowledge of ambulatory practice operations, including patient flow, staffing, and quality metrics.
• Proven track record in business development, strategic planning, and partnership cultivation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, including the ability to influence executives, physicians, and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a growth strategy for Marin aligned with SWBMG’s and Sutter Health’s mission.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand clinical services, add specialties, and engage local community partners.
• Coordinate with physician recruitment, Sutter Health market leadership, and community stakeholders.
• Provide daily oversight of Marin-based practice operations and co-lead with onsite operational leaders on clinic workflows, resource allocation, and performance optimization.
• Monitor clinical and operational metrics, including access, patient throughput, quality measures, and provider satisfaction.
• Implement best practices and standard operating procedures to improve service quality and efficiency.
• Analyze regional market data and trends to inform priorities and service-line planning.
• Identify unmet needs and recommend service-line expansion, facility upgrades, telehealth, and outreach opportunities.
• Advocate for resources, capital investment, personnel, and technology needed to achieve growth targets.
• Build and nurture partnerships with hospitals, community organizations, employers, and local regulatory bodies.
• Represent SWBMG at key forums and facilitate collaborative initiatives.
• Uphold SWBMG and Sutter Health standards for quality, safety, and patient experience.
• Mentor and support providers in clinical excellence, professional development, and community engagement.
• Champion alignment with value-based care models, pay-for-performance programs, and quality improvement efforts.
• Report regularly to the CMO on regional performance, strategic initiatives, and growth milestones.
• Collaborate with SWBMG counterpart Regional Medical Directors and Market and Network leadership.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure cohesive regional execution.

Benefits

• Medical coverage beginning on day one, with multiple plan options starting at $0–$50 per month and domestic partner coverage.
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
• 8% employer-funded profit-sharing retirement contribution up to IRS maximums, with no employee contribution required.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage included.
• $6,000 annual continuing medical education allowance.
• Relocation assistance.
• Access to professional development resources.
• Fully integrated EPIC EMR across clinic and hospital settings.
• Opportunities for teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, leadership, and community engagement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed