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Integrative Medicine - Physician Job at Sutter West Bay Medical Group - Sutter H

Sutter West Bay Medical Group - Sutter Health Bay Area, San Francisco County, CA, United States


Since 1994, the Institute for Health Healing (IHH) at Sutter Health has been a pioneer in integrative health care — California’s first state-certified clinic combining conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary therapies. As part of IHH in San Francisco, you will join a mission-driven, philanthropy-based community and employee-care program dedicated to whole-person wellness. Our team-based model emphasizes team collaboration, prevention, and personalized healing journeys. Team Structure Culture: You will be part of an expansive and diverse integrative health team, including: 4 primary-care integrative medicine physicians 3 nurse practitioners 2 specialty integrative medicine physicians Chiropractor 2 acupuncturists 2 massage therapists Nutritionist 2 psychotherapists This rich multidisciplinary mix enables a robust “mind, body, spirit” approach — allowing you to engage in integrative physician consults, coordinate care, and partner with complementary-therapy colleagues to deliver personalized whole-person care. Position Details: Full-time position, .8–1.0 FTE (flexible within that range) Outpatient setting; no inpatient or call responsibilities Incorporate both conventional and complementary therapies — including nutrition, mind-body practices, supplements, and lifestyle medicine — into personalized treatment plans. Serve as a physician consultant for patients referred by Sutter colleagues or community providers who are seeking integrative approaches to complex or chronic conditions. Support continuity and quality of care by maintaining accurate, timely documentation within the electronic health record. Participate in community education, employee wellness programs, and philanthropic initiatives promoting whole-person health. Qualifications Core Qualifications Medical Degree: MD or DO from an accredited medical school. Completion of an accredited residency (family medicine, internal medicine, or specialty) Preferred or Specialized Qualifications Integrative/Functional Medicine Training: Formal fellowship training (1–2 years) or certification in Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine (IFM), or a similar program. Experience integrating complementary modalities such as acupuncture, nutrition, mind-body medicine, herbal medicine, mindfulness, or yoga therapy. Board Certification in Integrative Medicine through the American Board of Integrative Medicine (ABOIM) or completion of an approved fellowship in Integrative Medicine highly preferred Philosophical Alignment: Demonstrated interest in whole-person care — mind, body, and spirit. Comfort working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, NPs, acupuncturists, nutritionists, and behavioral health specialists. Join Us and Enjoy Generous benefits, CME allowance, relocation assistance Work within a premier multi-specialty medical group (Sutter West Bay Medical Group Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation) giving you infrastructure support so you focus on patient-care and integrative healing Work in San Francisco, one of the world’s most dynamic cities, rich in culture, outdoor recreation, arts, fine dining and holistic-health demand Organization Details Sutter West Bay Medical Group (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 San Francisco serves as Northern California’s financial and cultural hub and remains one of the world’s most iconic destinations. Known for its mild climate, scenic rolling hills, and distinctive architecture, the city offers a rich blend of arts, culture, and world-class dining. Its diverse population and forward-thinking community foster a strong appreciation and high demand for holistic, integrative approaches to health and wellness.

In Summary: Institute for Health Healing (IHH) at Sutter Health has been a pioneer in integrative health care . California’s first state-certified clinic combining conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary therapies . Join a mission-driven, philanthropy-based community and employee-care program dedicated to whole-person wellness .

En Español: Desde 1994, el Institute for Health Healing (IHH) de Sutter Health ha sido pionero en la atención médica integrativa Californias primera clínica certificada estatal que combina medicina convencional con terapias complementarias basadas en evidencia. Como parte del IHH en San Francisco, se unirá a una misión dirigida, comunidad basada en filantropía y programa de cuidado de empleados dedicado al bienestar de toda persona. Sirva como consultor médico para pacientes referidos por colegas de Sutter o proveedores comunitarios que buscan enfoques integrativos a condiciones complejas o crónicas. Apoya la continuidad y calidad de atención manteniendo documentación precisa y oportuna dentro del registro electrónico de salud. Participa en educación comunitaria, programas de bienestar de los empleados e iniciativas filantrópicas que promueven la salud de toda la persona. Qualificaciones Calificaciones básicas Grado Médico: MD o DO de una escuela médica acreditada. Cumplimiento de un residencia acreditado (medicina familiar, medicina interna o especialidad). Únase a nosotros y disfrute de beneficios generosos, asignación CME, asistencia para la reubicación Trabaja dentro de un grupo médico multispecialista líder (Sutter West Bay Medical Group Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation) que le brinda apoyo infraestructura para que se concentre en el cuidado del paciente e integración sanación Trabaje en San Francisco, una de las ciudades más dinámicas del mundo, rica en cultura, recreación al aire libre, artes, gastronomía refinada y demanda holística de salud Organización Detalles El Grupo Médico West Bay de Sutter (SWBMG) es un primer grupo médico multiespecialidad compuesto por más de 400 médicos practicantes en el área de servicio mayor de San Francisco.