"Family Medicine Primary Care Physician - San Mateo"

Family Medicine Physician - San Mateo, CA (San Francisco Bay Area)

UCSF Primary Care - Department of Family and Community Medicine

The Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is seeking a full-time Family Medicine Physician to join our Primary Care team in San Mateo, CA. This position offers the opportunity to practice high-quality, patient-centered care within one of the nation's premier academic health systems, while also contributing to UCSF's longstanding mission of excellence in education, clinical innovation, and community service.

Position Highlights

• Full-time compensation (40 hours/week) with 32 hours of direct clinical care
• $319,000 total compensation in year one, with additional productivity-based incentives once fully paneled
• Dedicated 1:1 Medical Assistant support
• Team-based care model including RNs, clinical pharmacists (PharmD), social workers, behavioral health, and more
• Protected administrative time (20%) to support clinical documentation, inbox management, care coordination, and team collaboration
• Opportunities for teaching students in clinic
• Supportive, structured ramp-up period prior to implementation of additional productivity opportunities

Clinical Responsibilities

The physician will be responsible for providing comprehensive primary care services to patients across the lifespan, managing acute and chronic conditions, and promoting preventative health. Specific responsibilities include:

• Delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care within an integrated team setting
• Participating in population health strategies, quality improvement initiatives, and panel management
• Collaborating with specialists and other providers to ensure coordinated care
• Managing transitions of care, including post-hospitalization and post-emergency follow-up
• Participating in the after-hours phone call pool (on a rotating basis)
• Completing documentation and medical records in a timely and accurate manner using the Epic/MyChart electronic health record system

Work Schedule

• 100% FTE includes eight (8) half-day clinical sessions per week
• Two (2) additional half-day sessions per week allocated for administrative responsibilities and team engagement
• Flexible scheduling options (7 or 8 clinical sessions)

Academic and Institutional Engagement

As part of UCSF's commitment to academic excellence, physicians will have the opportunity to teach and supervise medical students. Faculty involvement in quality improvement, clinical research, and institutional initiatives is encouraged and supported.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to:

• Medical Director, UCSF Primary Care Practice
• Chair, Department of Family and Community Medicine

Top 3 Reasons To Love San Mateo

1. Practice with Purpose and Support: Enjoy the benefits of a community-based practice backed by UCSF's premier medical resources and academic reputation.
2. Exceptional Quality of Life: With top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and access to parks, beaches, and trails, San Mateo is ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
3. Inclusive, Health-Focused Community: A diverse, welcoming population and a wellness-oriented lifestyle make it easy to feel at home—personally and professionally.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values clinical excellence, professional growth, and community impact.