Physician, Urgent Care - Per Diem (Mountain View, CA)

Opportunity Information:

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is seeking a Per Diem Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Urgent Care Physician to join our team in Mountain View, California. 

This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to practice in a well-supported, high-acuity outpatient urgent care setting within a leading multi-specialty medical group.

Physicians benefit from strong onsite clinical infrastructure and seamless specialty integration, allowing for efficient, high-quality patient care.

Practice Highlights

• Per diem urgent care role with flexible scheduling
• No overnight shifts
• Onsite advanced diagnostics including digital imaging, full laboratory services, mammography, ultrasound, and CT scanning
• Strong specialty support within a large multi-disciplinary medical group
• Streamlined workflows supported by a modern health system infrastructure

Qualifications:

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty
• Eligible for California medical licensure
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage a fast-paced urgent care environment
• Commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care

Join Us and Enjoy:

Compensation & Benefits

• Per diem compensation: $650 per 4-hour shift (equivalent hourly range noted above)
• Flexible scheduling based on physician availability
• Malpractice coverage provided (typical for system per diem roles)
• Access to a highly integrated health system and clinical support resources

Organization Details:

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group is one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in the United States, with over 2,300 clinicians across 40+ specialties throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in clinical quality, innovation, and leadership.

Affiliated with Palo Alto Medical Foundation, a not-for-profit health care organization, PAFMG provides extensive operational and administrative support, enabling physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care with advanced technology and integrated systems.

Community Information:

Mountain View is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and is known for its innovation-driven environment and high quality of life. The city offers a vibrant downtown area with diverse dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, as well as easy access to outdoor recreation along the Stevens Creek Trail and nearby open space preserves. Its central location provides convenient access to San Francisco, San Jose, and surrounding tech hubs, making it a highly desirable place to live and work. The community is known for its walkability, bike-friendly infrastructure, and strong public amenities. Mountain View offers a dynamic blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle balance in one of the most globally recognized innovation corridors.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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