Pediatrics Gastroenterologist in Santa Clara

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. (Permanente Medicine, Northern California) Santa Clara California

Full-time annual salary range is $301,476 to $310,800 plus additional potential incentives up to $22,010*. Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available. *Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.

We are currently seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join our growing pediatric specialty group in Santa Clara, California. The position is a full-time position. Responsibilities for this clinical position include consultations in the inpatient and outpatient pediatric setting diagnosing and caring for children with a variety of GI, liver, pancreatic and motility disorders. One should be proficient in flexible endoscopies, interpretation of impedance/pH testing and video capsule endoscopy review.  Candidates with additional motility training are welcome.  The candidate should have excellent communication and teaching skills.

We are an established Pediatric Gastroenterology program based at Kaiser’s Santa Clara Medical Center, which includes 3 physicians, a case manager, registered dietitians, social worker, child psychiatry, child life, embedded pharmacist, onsite pediatric infusion center and support staff. Our physician group cares for approximately 180,000 pediatric patients in the South San Franscisco Peninsula and Silicon Valley Area. This position offers the opportunity to work in group practice with state-of-the-art electronic medical record, excellent subspecialty support and camaraderie, and an innovative and patient care focused environment.  The inpatient setting at our Santa Clara Medical Center includes a 26-bed level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, 26-bed Pediatric ward and an 8-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit staffed 24/7 by Pediatric Hospitalists and Pediatric Critical Care/Intensivists.  We also work closely with our fellow Pediatric Gastroenterologists at Kaiser Oakland and Roseville/Sacramento Medical Centers. Call sharing is organized with the Oakland Pediatric GI Group.  

Our medical center supports a well-developed multispecialty group including Cardiology, Child Abuse, Development, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Hematology & Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Nephrology, Neurology/Epilepsy, Pulmonology/Sleep, Palliative Care, Adolescent Medicine, Child Abuse Medicine, Rheumatology, and Pediatric Surgical Specialties.

We have teaching opportunities for Boston University medical students, Stanford medical students, pediatric and family Medicine residents.

The San Francisco Bay Area is an outstanding and beautiful place to live, with easy access to the San Francisco Bay, Pacific Ocean, Coastal and Sierra Nevada mountains, Napa and Sonoma Valleys, Monterey Bay, and more. The pleasant weather allows for multiple outdoor recreational activities year around. In addition, there are excellent cultural opportunities, professional sports, and schools.

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. is one of the largest medical groups in the nation with over 10,000 physicians, 21 medical centers, numerous clinics throughout Northern and Central California and an 80-year tradition of providing quality medical care. 

Requirements:

Is Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology and have or can obtain active medical license in the state of California. Should be comfortable providing inpatient and outpatient care as well as performing procedures. Must be willing to teach medical students and residents who rotate through our clinics and most importantly be willing to work collaboratively and collegially.                                             

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. No RVUs!
• We are committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive environment for all physicians and employees. 
• 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 vision, medical, and dental
• Interest Free Home Loan Program up to $250,000 (approval required)
• Relocation Assistance up to $10,000 (approval required)
• PSLF Eligible Employer
• Malpractice and Tail Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and education leave
• Shareholder track
• Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and 401(k)

For more information and to apply, please visit: northerncalifornia.permanente.org

We are an EOE/AA/M/F/D/V Employer | VEVRAA Federal Contractor

• Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara is in the heart of Silicon Valley, home to the headquarters of several high-tech companies and the 9^thmost populous city in the San Francisco Bay Area. Santa Clara is bordered by San Jose, Sunnyvale, and Cupertino.
• Outstanding local educational opportunities at all levels. Excellent public schools in the surrounding areas. Stanford University, Santa Clara University and San Jose State are all just miles away.
• Just minutes from downtown Cupertino, San Jose and Palo Alto, and less than an hour from San Francisco.
• Santa Clara is home to Levi's Stadium and the San Francisco 49ers. The San Jose Sharks home stadium is also just minutes away.
• Amazing location for those who enjoy outdoor activities and an active lifestyle. World-class skiing in Tahoe, amazing beaches, and nationally renowned parks and hiking are all nearby to enjoy. 

Our more than 1,000 physicians and other health care professionals are dedicated to providing you high-quality, comprehensive care. Serving more than 400,000 members in the Santa Clara service area, we partner with you, so you have the knowledge and tools to manage your health – inside and outside the doctor’s office.  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!