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Burlingame, California

PAFMG - Physician, Otolaryngology (Burlingame, CA)

OtolaryngologyFull-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Opportunity Information

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is seeking a full-time BC/BE Otolaryngologist.

Highlights

  • General ENT practice with ability to grow subspecialty interest
  • Opportunity for rapid practice growth
  • Share call with outstanding group of ENT colleagues
  • Physician-led and collegial environment
  • Good surgical practice

Qualifications

Residency in Otolaryngology

Fellowship optional

Join Us and Enjoy

  • Schedule flexibility and sabbaticals for work-life balance
  • Relocation allowance
  • Guaranteed salary for two years with production bonus
  • Generous benefits package
  • Shareholder eligible after two years
  • Shareholders enjoy very competitive, production-based income
  • 401K, cash-balance retirement plan, HSA

Organization Details

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group

We are one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in the country, made up of over 1,700 physicians in 40+ specialties, in practices throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Our organization is nationally recognized for our excellence with multiple awards for quality of care, innovation and leadership.

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is affiliated with Palo Alto Medical Foundation, a not-for-profit health care organization, providing operational and administrative support, including the latest technology

Community Information

The city of Burlingame is 20 miles south of San Francisco in San Mateo County, juxtaposed between San Francisco and San Jose's Silicon Valley. The county has ideal weather with year-round temperatures averaging 68 degrees. San Mateo County is a very desirable suburban, family friendly Bay Area community, with excellent schools and activities. PAMF's Burlingame Center is located within walking distance of the Bay Area Rapid Transit line (BART) that connects most Bay Area cities, including San Francisco, and Caltrain providing commuter rail service along the San Francisco Peninsula.

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 general Otolaryngology services and manage a surgical practice within a physician-led environment. Collaborate with ENT colleagues and grow subspecialty interests to enhance patient care.

Licensure & Certifications

Candidates must have completed a residency in Otolaryngology and be Board Certified or Board Eligible. A fellowship is optional but considered.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Otolaryngology — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

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Work-life snapshot

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Palo Alto, CA
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Schedule flexibility
Sabbaticals
Relocation allowance
Guaranteed salary for two years
Production bonus
Generous benefits package
Shareholder eligible after two years
401K