Physician, Family Medicine (Watsonville, CA)

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG); Watsonville (CA); Hybrid; USD 280,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forgivable loan

Signing bonus

Residency stipend

Relocation allowance

Guaranteed salary for 2 years

Production bonus

Generous benefits package

Shareholder eligibility after 2 years

PSLF eligible

401K/Cash-balance/HS A

Job summary

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is expanding its Family Medicine team in Watsonville, CA. The practice supports physicians with NPs and PAs, offers remote video visits, and emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and clinician well-being.

A robust onboarding program accompanies a flexible schedule and strong leadership opportunities. Starting salary ranges from $280,000 to $335,000, with a $200,000 forgivable loan, signing bonuses, residency stipend, relocation assistance, and

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine.
• Experience in a team-based, physician-led practice desirable.
• Interest in teaching and leadership within quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Family Medicine care in a team-based setting with NPs and PAs.
• Support virtual inbasket and remote video visits from home as needed.
• Participate in leadership, committees, and quality improvement projects.
• Contribute to a flexible schedule model with possible 4-day workweek for FT roles.

Education

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine

Job description

Opportunity Information:

• Team based care approach with NPs and PAs to support physicians with paneled patient needs
• Virtual inbasket support team
• 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
• Light physician call - all virtual, with calls screened through an RN, NP and PAs initially
• 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

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine

Join Us and Enjoy:

• Starting salary $280,000 - $335,000 (based on experience)
• $200,000 forgivable loan
• Signing bonuses available
• Residency stipend ($1,000/month for 12 months before start date)
• 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 2,100 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:

Located in the heart of California's Monterey Bay region, Watsonville offers a welcoming, diverse community with a rich agricultural heritage and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Surrounded by scenic farmland and just minutes from the beaches of Monterey Bay, Watsonville provides convenient access to outdoor recreation, local farmers markets, and the charming coastal communities of Santa Cruz and Monterey. With its strong sense of community, vibrant cultural traditions, and more affordable living options compared with many other Bay Area communities, Watsonville is an appealing place to live and practice medicine. Residents enjoy a mild coastal climate, beautiful natural surroundings, and easy access to both small-town amenities and larger metropolitan areas.

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.