Physician, Rheumatology (Santa Clara, CA)
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Job Description
Opportunity Information
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is seeking a full-time, BC/BE Rheumatologist
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Opportunity Details
Collaborative relationships with specialists across the organization
Robust Onboarding and Mentorship Program
Flexibility in schedule - 4 days a week for full time, part-time opportunities available, flexible patient visit duration
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 outpatient Rheumatology practice in a collegial environment
Qualifications
Fellowship in Rheumatology
Board eligibility or certification in Rheumatology.
Join Us and Enjoy
We Offer
- Physician-led and collegial environment
- Schedule flexibility and sabbaticals for work-life balance
- Signing bonuses available
- Relocation allowance
- Guaranteed salary for two years with production bonus
- Generous benefits package
- Shareholder eligibility after two years
- PSLF eligible
- 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 2,200 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
Provide high-quality outpatient rheumatology care in a collaborative, physician-led environment. Participate in leadership, committee work, and quality improvement projects to support organizational innovation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Rheumatology — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Rheumatology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 15.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.9 / 10 · top 10% in rheumatology | ranked against 161 Rheumatology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Rheumatology median $322k (middle half $297k–$350k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | California index 110.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Rheumatology listings in California | 29 active | 159 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | California physician listings (all specialties): 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 28% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Rheumatology hiring demand | not ranked this month | postings stay open a median 73 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 52 postings, 32 closed |
| New Rheumatology listings | 46 in the last 30 days | 40 the 30 days before (+15%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Rheumatology pay trend | −15.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician, Rheumatology (Santa Clara, CA) at Sutter Health - Bay Area a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Rheumatology — ranked against 161 active Rheumatology listings on WeekdayDoc.
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