Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgeon - Full Time

County of Santa Clara; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Loan repayment program

Paid malpractice tail

Job summary

Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) in Silicon Valley is seeking a BC/BE Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgeon to join the Department of Surgery. The role includes serving a diverse patient population at multiple facilities and teaching residents in a robust, teaching hospital system affiliated with Stanford University.

The ideal candidate has strong general ENT training, with fellowship interest in Laryngology or Pediatrics.

Qualifications

• BC/BE Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery required.
• Fellowship in Laryngology or Pediatric Otolaryngology preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be able to work with residents and engage in evidence-based patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ENT care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with the division to advance clinical services and resident education.
• Engage in research and quality improvement initiatives where applicable.

Skills

Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery

Pediatric Otolaryngology

Laryngology

Education

Board eligible/Board certified in Otolaryngology

Job description

Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgeon for a Large Public Health and Hospital System in Silicon Valley

Better Health for All

Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH), a large public teaching healthcare system, affiliated with Stanford University School of Medicine, is seeking a BC/BE Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgeon, to join our dynamic practice in our Department of Surgery, Division of ENT.

We offer the unparalleled opportunity to gain the long-term personal and professional satisfaction of serving our patients and our diverse community, while participating in the education of the next generation of health care providers, in one of the best places to live in the United States.

About Our Organization

Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second-largest County-owned health and hospital system in California and is committed to improving the health of the 1.9 million people of Santa Clara County. SCVH is comprised of four hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (SCVMC - a 731-bed central hospital), O'Connor Hospital (OCH - 358 licensed beds), Saint Louise Regional Hospital (SLRH - 93 licensed beds) and Regional Medical Center (RMC - 258 licensed beds). In addition, SCVH includes a network of primary care clinics comprised of eleven health centers throughout the County, several urgent care clinics, dental services, primary care behavioral health services, and a broad range of specialty services in our Valley Specialty Center.

SCVMC hosts four residency programs and one fellowship training program, and partners with Stanford University SOM and Stanford Healthcare for the clinical training of medical students, residents, and fellows. SCVMC is an ACS-verified Level 1 Trauma Center, a Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center, an ABA-verified Burn Center, a Primary Stroke Center, a Level 4 NICU, and a nationally recognized CARF-accredited Rehabilitation Center. Owing to its geographic location and specialty offerings, SCVMC not only serves the County, but also the larger region.

Providers in our health system also have the opportunity to use our integrated electronic health record (Epic), which brings together systemwide patient information. The Health Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS) recognized SCVMC for achieving its highest level of success (Stage 7), based on our continuous innovation and optimization of our inpatient and outpatient EHR.

About the Community

SCVH is located in San Jose, California, in the heart of Silicon Valley, offering a diverse choice of cultural, recreational, and lifestyle opportunities. Our physicians live in a range of communities, including urban (e.g., San Francisco), university (e.g., Palo Alto), high tech (e.g., many cities of Silicon Valley), mountain (e.g., Los Gatos), beach (e.g., Santa Cruz), and rural/agricultural (e.g., Morgan Hill and Gilroy). Situated in one of the most desirable regions of the country - only 45 minutes from the Monterey Bay and three hours from the Sierra Nevada - our physicians have the opportunity to enjoy a very high quality of life.

About the Division of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery

Our Division of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery provides consultative inpatient services and outpatient care for patients, covering the entire spectrum of Otolaryngology. Physicians who join our division of six BC/BE surgeons will find a very collegial environment, with robust specialty and ancillary support, and an integrated electronic health record. SCVH has both Level 1 and level 2 Trauma Centers within our health care system that are supported by the OHNS division. We serve the diverse population of Santa Clara County with a focus on equity and inclusion.

About the Position

This position requires excellent training and foundation in general Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery. Additionally, fellowship training or a strong background/interest in Laryngology or Pediatrics is preferred but not mandatory. The ideal candidate will be flexible, enjoy working with residents, and eager to practice evidence-based patient care for our vulnerable population at SCMVC and its regional hospitals. The candidate will be enthusiastic about continuing to grow our practice and advance the clinical expertise that our division offers.

About Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive compensation; a generous comprehensive benefit package (including 36 days of leave per year; 13 holidays; 5 CME days; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; long-term disability insurance; AD&D insurance; life insurance; and retirement plans); paid malpractice (with tail coverage); and possible relocation reimbursement (pre-approval required).

SCVH employees may be eligible for federal loan repayment assistance. For information regarding the National Health Service Corp (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program and other related programs, please visit www.nhsc.hrsa.gov and www.phcdocs.org/Programs/CalMedForce.

Physician Careers: https://scvmc.scvh.org/careers/physician-recruitment-services/current-openings

The San Francisco Bay Area is well known for its rich diversity of cultures. County of Santa Clara Health System seeks candidates whose experiences have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The County of Santa Clara is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious belief, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or preference, pregnancy, marital status, disability, medical condition, political belief, veterans status, organizational affiliation or association with any individual in any of these groups. Santa Clara Valley Health and Hospital System is committed to inclusion for all of its patients, employees, and community.