Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Opportunity- Oakland, CA

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at Kaiser Permanente East Bay, which is part of The Permanente Medical Group, is currently seeking a board eligible/board certified Otolaryngologist who has or will complete a fellowship in sleep surgery and also considering a general otolaryngologist with sleep surgery or otology interest.

We are looking for someone who will continue to grow an already established sleep surgery practice.  We have a multidisciplinary sleep clinic and we were the first center at Kaiser Permanente to start an Inspire program. The position is open to recent graduates as well as mid/later career candidates.

The ideal candidate is motivated and driven to work in an integrated health care system that focuses on providing unparalleled service and quality to our patients.  The hired otolaryngologist will be a faculty member of the KP otolaryngology residency program, with affiliation with the Bernard J. Tyson KP School of Medicine. The individual will be involved in medical student and residency education and training.  The individual will also participate in research mentorship, and scholarly and academic pursuits are encouraged.

There are currently 17 partners in our department, including 13 otolaryngologists and 4 maxillofacial surgeons.  We also have 3 physician assistants and 10 residents.  We have fellowship trained otolaryngologists in pediatrics, laryngology, head and neck oncology, rhinology, neurotology, and facial plastics.  We are a tertiary care referral center for complex otolaryngology patients for Northern California KP. Because of this, we have an environment that fosters teamwork and collaboration among colleagues within the department and with other specialties.

Full-time annual salary range is $400,080 to $425,040 plus additional potential incentives up to $36,000*.

Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available.

*Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.

Diversity is a core value in our department. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment.  We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity and exposes us to a broad range of ways of understanding and engaging with our patients and our colleagues.

A FEW REASONS TO CONSIDER A PRACTICE WITH TPMG:

• Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support
• We can focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing.
• We demonstrate our commitment to a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity by hiring physicians that reflect and celebrate the diversity of people and cultures. We practice in an environment with patients at the center and deliver culturally responsive and compassionate care to member populations.
• Multi-specialty collaboration with a mission-driven integrated health care delivery model.
• An outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management
• We have a very rich and comprehensive Physician Health & Wellness Program.
• We are Physician-led and develop our own leaders.
• Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, physician leadership, and community service.

EXTRAORDINARY BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental
• Moving allowance and home loan assistance - up to $250,000 (approval required)
• Malpractice and tail insurance
• Paid holidays, sick leave, education leave
• Shareholder track
• Three retirement plans, including pension

Sincerely,

 Nancy Jiang, MD

Chair, Department of Head and Neck Surgery

The Permanente Medical Group

Department Chief

Head and Neck Surgery – East Bay

The Permanente Medical Group

Contact: Victor Ramirez 510-625-6281

For more information on our program and practice opportunities, apply online at northerncalifornia.permanente.org or please email your CV to: Victor.R.Ramirez@kp.org

The East Bay area, home of the flagship Oakland Medical Center and Richmond Medical Center, comprises 12 cities and municipalities within the Alameda County and the western section of Contra Costa County. From Kaiser Permanente’s inception in 1945, the nonprofit organization has led with innovation, beginning with its prepaid health care services offered to Richmond shipyard workers during World War II. Today, the Richmond and Oakland Medical Centers are home to about 700 physicians and 5,600 employees who serve over a quarter of a million members yearly. Kaiser Permanente strives to maintain a diverse workforce to reflect the needs of the community and is a leader in social responsibility with programs designed to keep you healthy and remain healthy. We take pride in offering the type of care we want for ourselves and our family members. May you live well, be well, and thrive!