Physician, Neurotology / Otolaryngology (Santa Clara East, CA)
Listed compensation
$383k-$425k
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Job Description
Opportunity Information
- Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is seeking a full-time BC/BE Neurotologist / Otolaryngologist.
- Neurotology subspecialty practice with general ENT
- Join a busy established neurotologist, with opportunity for rapid practice growth
- State of the art vestibular rehabilitation on site
- Share call with outstanding group of ENT colleagues
- Physician-led and collegial environment
- Based primarily in Santa Clara, with 1 day per week in Pleasanton
- Neurotology specialized ASC access
Qualifications
- Fellowship and ABOTO board certification in Neurotology
- Residency and board certification in Otolaryngology
- 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
We are one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in the country, made up of over 2,100 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, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
Community Information
Santa Clara is located in the center of Silicon Valley and is home to several high-tech companies’ headquarters. Santa Clara University, the oldest institution of higher learning in the state of California, is a treasured landmark. The city is bordered by San Jose, Sunnyvale and Cupertino.
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
The physician will provide specialized neurotology and general otolaryngology services within a busy, physician-led medical group. Responsibilities include collaborating with ENT colleagues, participating in call rotations, and delivering exceptional patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Otolaryngology — Physician Career Context
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in otolaryngology | ranked against 152 Otolaryngology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $383k–$425k | Otolaryngology median $488k (middle half $450k–$558k)64 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$365k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Otolaryngology listings in California | 30 active | 152 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Physician listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 30% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Otolaryngology hiring demand | not ranked this month | postings stay open a median 76 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 37 postings, 29 closed |
| New Otolaryngology listings | 42 in the last 30 days | 54 the 30 days before (−22%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Implied production pay | ~$250k | $50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Neurotology / Otolaryngology (Santa Clara East, CA) at Sutter Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Otolaryngology — ranked against 152 active Otolaryngology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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