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Palo Alto, California

Physician, Otolaryngology, (Palo Alto)

OtolaryngologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$383k-$425k

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Job Description

Opportunity Information

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is seeking a full-time, Board Certified or Board Eligible Otolaryngologist to join our collaborative and physician-led practice in Palo Alto, California.

This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality ENT care in a supportive environment with abundant professional growth opportunities.

Opportunity Details

  • Collaborative relationships with specialists across the organization
  • Robust onboarding and mentorship program

Remote Video Visits from Home Available

  • Abundant leadership and committee work opportunities, with active promotion of quality improvement projects
  • Physician-led inclusive organization, emphasizing collaboration, mentorship, clinician / staff well-being, and innovation
  • General ENT practice with ability to grow subspecialty interest
  • Opportunity for rapid practice growth
  • Share call with outstanding group of ENT colleagues, 1:6
  • Good surgical practice

Qualifications

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Otolaryngology
  • Fellowship training optional

Join Us and Enjoy

  • Starting salary range: $382,500 - $425,000 (based on experience)
  • Signing bonus and relocation allowance available
  • Guaranteed salary for two years with production bonus
  • Shareholder eligibility after two years
  • PSLF eligible
  • Comprehensive benefits including 401(k), cash-balance retirement plan, and Health Savings Account

Organization Details

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is a physician-led, multi-specialty medical group with more than 2,100 clinicians across 40+ specialties in the San Francisco Bay Area. Affiliated with Palo Alto Medical Foundation, a not-for-profit healthcare organization, PAFMG provides operational and administrative support, advanced technology, and infrastructure that allows physicians to focus on exceptional patient care.

Community Information

Palo Alto is located 35 miles south of San Francisco and 14 miles north of San Jose, at the heart of Silicon Valley. Known for its innovation, education, and culture, the city offers a vibrant community with proximity to Stanford University and its cultural and educational offerings.

Palo Alto blends intellectual energy, natural beauty, and a high quality of life, making it a remarkable place to live and practice medicine. Residents enjoy a mix of outdoor recreation, arts, diverse dining, and easy access to major Bay Area destinations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

  • It is the policy of the Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, disability or status as a veteran or a disabled veteran. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within our service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of PAFMG's employment policies and practices.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality ENT care in a collaborative, physician-led environment. Participate in committee work, quality improvement projects, and share call responsibilities with colleagues.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

SurgeryClinical leadership

Otolaryngology — Physician Career Context

Otolaryngology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 19.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$404k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $365k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Otolaryngology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 132 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Palo Alto

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$3.26M≈ 8.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,678/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
110.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Palo Alto, CA
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Benefits & Perks

Signing Bonus
Relocation Allowance
Guaranteed Salary for Two Years with Production Bonus
Shareholder Eligibility After Two Years
PSLF Eligible
401(k)
Cash-Balance Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account