Join one of the nation's premier physician-led medical groups and build your career in a thriving Interventional Spine practice.
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician to join our established team in San Jose, California.
This is an exceptional opportunity to step into a well-established outpatient practice with an extensive internal referral network, allowing you to develop a busy practice from day one. You'll practice in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with access to cutting-edge technology, experienced clinical support staff, and an on-campus ambulatory surgery center.
Whether you're an experienced physician or completing your training, you'll find the resources, autonomy, and physician leadership that allow you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while enjoying long-term career growth.
Position Highlights
- Join a fully established outpatient Interventional Spine practice with a strong internal referral network
- Practice in a modern, state-of-the-art outpatient medical center
- Collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines in a highly integrated healthcare system
- Convenient access to a Sutter Health-affiliated ambulatory surgery center located on campus
- Full-time schedule consisting of 35 patient-contact hours per week
- Fellowship training in Interventional Spine or Pain Management preferred
- Opportunity to build a long-term practice with the support of one of the largest physician organizations in California
Qualifications
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
- Fellowship training in Interventional Spine or Pain Management preferred
- Eligible for or possess an active California medical license
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive guaranteed salary of $279,000–$310,000 for the first two years
- Production bonus opportunity during guarantee period
- Shareholder Track with eligibility after two years
- Shareholders enjoy highly competitive, production-based compensation
- Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
- Sabbatical opportunities
- Relocation assistance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Generous paid time off and CME benefits
- Retirement package including:
- 401(k)
- Defined pension cash-balance plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
Why Join Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group?
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is one of the largest and most respected physician-led medical groups in the United States, with more than 1,700 physicians and advanced practice clinicians representing over 40 specialties throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
As part of Sutter Health, a nationally recognized not-for-profit healthcare system, physicians benefit from exceptional operational support, advanced technology, innovative care models, and a collaborative culture that allows clinicians to focus on what matters most—providing outstanding patient care.
Our physicians enjoy:
- Physician-led governance
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary care teams
- Advanced technology and integrated electronic health records
- Strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and clinical excellence
- Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities
- A culture that values physician well-being and work-life balance
Community Information
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose combines the amenities of a world-class metropolitan area with California's renowned outdoor lifestyle. As the largest city in Northern California, San Jose offers an outstanding quality of life for physicians and their families.
Residents enjoy:
- Diverse neighborhoods with excellent schools
- A vibrant culinary scene featuring cuisines from around the world
- Premier shopping and entertainment at Santana Row and San Pedro Square
- Professional sports and concerts at the SAP Center
- Museums including The Tech Interactive and the San José Museum of Art
- Miles of hiking and biking trails in the Santa Cruz Mountains
- Year-round sunshine and mild Mediterranean climate
- Convenient access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Monterey, Santa Cruz beaches, Lake Tahoe, and Yosemite National Park
- Easy travel through Mineta San José International Airport
Whether you're seeking outdoor adventure, cultural experiences, family-friendly communities, or proximity to the innovation and energy of Silicon Valley, San Jose offers an exceptional place to live and practice.
Build Your Future with Sutter Health
If you're looking for an opportunity to join a highly respected physician organization where you can grow a successful Interventional Spine practice while enjoying the support of an integrated healthcare system, we invite you to explore your future with Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group. Join a team committed to clinical excellence, physician collaboration, and delivering exceptional care to the communities we serve.
Job ID: 2026-5698