Physician, Rheumatology (Santa Clara, CA)
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Sutter Health - Bay Area
US
Summary
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.
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
Requirements:
- 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.
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is among the largest multi-specialty medical groups in the nation. Founded in 1930 as the Palo Alto Medical Clinic, PAFMG has grown over nearly a century to include more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practice clinicians across over 40 specialties.
The group has consistently been recognized for excellence in quality of care and innovation, earning Top Quality recognition from the Integrated Healthcare Association for more than 20 consecutive years. PAFMG is one of only four healthcare organizations on the West Coast to receive the prestigious 2025–2026 American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine Gold recognition. This award highlights health systems that use data-driven strategies to reduce physician burnout and support professional well-being.
PAFMG is aligned with Palo Alto Medical Foundation (PAMF)/Sutter Health, a non-profit healthcare system. Through this partnership, PAFMG receives operational and administrative support, and leverages the latest technology, allowing clinicians to focus on delivering exceptional care to more than one million patients. PAFMG proudly serves communities throughout Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is among the largest multi-specialty medical groups in the nation. Founded in 1930 as the Palo Alto Medical Clinic, PAFMG has grown over nearly a century to include more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practice clinicians across over 40 specialties.
The group has consistently been recognized for excellence in quality of care and innovation, earning Top Quality recognition from the Integrated Healthcare Association for more than 20 consecutive years. PAFMG is one of only four healthcare organizations on the West Coast to receive the prestigious 2025–2026 American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine Gold recognition. This award highlights health systems that use data-driven strategies to reduce physician burnout and support professional well-being.
PAFMG is aligned with Palo Alto Medical Foundation (PAMF)/Sutter Health, a non-profit healthcare system. Through this partnership, PAFMG receives operational and administrative support, and leverages the latest technology, allowing clinicians to focus on delivering exceptional care to more than one million patients. PAFMG proudly serves communities throughout Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Palo Alto, CA