Santa Cruz - Westside, CA Hybrid Employment $280,000 - $335,000

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is hiring a PAFMG - Physician, Family Medicine (Santa Cruz - Westside, CA)

About the Role

The position involves delivering comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, emphasizing preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and coordination within a multidisciplinary team. The practice operates within a model that supports continuity, access, and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Provide primary care services to patients across all age groups
  • Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
  • Perform routine health screenings and preventive care visits
  • Manage complex health issues including diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease
  • Coordinate care with specialists and other healthcare providers
  • Document patient encounters using electronic health records
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives
  • Support patient education and shared decision-making
  • Adhere to clinical guidelines and evidence-based practices
  • Respond to patient messages through a secure messaging platform
  • Conduct wellness visits for children and adults
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests
  • Prescribe medications and manage therapeutic plans
  • Engage in population health management activities
  • Attend team meetings and clinical huddles
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
  • Contribute to after-hours care coverage as needed
  • Support continuity of care for established patients
  • Foster strong patient-physician relationships
  • Work collaboratively within a team-based care model

Compensation

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, health insurance, and paid time off.

Work Arrangement

Full-time, on-site position with scheduled clinic hours and limited after-hours responsibilities.

Team

Integrated practice within a larger medical group offering specialty support, care coordination, and operational resources.

About the Location

Santa Cruz - Westside offers a coastal community setting with access to outdoor recreation, a mild climate, and a diverse population. The practice serves a mix of urban and suburban patients within a collaborative healthcare network.

Practice Environment

Modern clinic facilities with team-based workflows, extended visit times, and support staff to enhance patient care efficiency and physician satisfaction.

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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.
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Posted 2 months ago