
Southern California Permanente Medical Group
$300K Starting Bonus- Southern California Thoracic Surgeon Opportunity with Kaiser Permanente
Los Angeles, CA
We are seeking a Thoracic Surgeon to join
our well-established Medical Group in Los Angeles. Every physician who is part of the Southern California
Permanente Medical Group shares a passion for
advancing the practice of medicine. We fuel that passion
by creating a culture of innovation and
collaboration—one where the quality of care we deliver
is elevated by the accelerated resources we provide.
Qualification:
- Board Eligible/Board Certified
Highlights:
- $300K Sign on Bonus
- PSLF Eligible
- Malpractice and Tail Coverage
- 4 1/2 Day Work Week
- 1/2 Day Paid Education Time
- Robust Retirement & Savings Plans
- Dedicated Back Office Staff
- Hassle-Free Practice: Enjoy fulfilling practice without the burdens of running an office, developing a patient base, prior authorizations, and insurance billing.
- Partnership Eligibility: Become eligible for partnership after just 3 years.
Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package The comprehensive benefits and longevity based compensation package offered by Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) enables physicians to focus on what they do best – provide their patients with exceptional care.
• Medical/dental/vision coverage • Supplemental medical coverage • Special dependent coverage • Vacation/holiday/sick/education time and leave (prorated to work schedule) • Retirement and savings plans • Relocation package • Professional liability coverage
* Minimum salaries are inclusive of premium pay and incentives depending on skills and competencies and geographic location.
Partnership of SCPMG • Transition to a Partner/Owner of SCPMG • Eligible after three consecutive years of full-time employment (six consecutive years of part-time employment) • Increased benefits (e.g. compensation, retirement, life insurance) • Voting rights on organizational decisions
*Annual Salary will be based on longevity with the Group and FTE work schedule/effort
Pay range for full-time openings is $717,575.00 to $751,635.00.
Potential Premium Earnings: $70,920.00
- Salary range includes incentives that are contingent upon skills, competencies, longevity, experience and geographic location.
- The earnings included in the salary range are contingent upon requisite Board Certification.
- Potential premium earnings may vary based on location.
- Annual Salary is determined by longevity with the Group and full time equivalent (FTE) work schedule/effort.
About Southern California Permanente Medical Group
Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is fortunate to have 65 years of stability and experience in delivering high-quality, innovative health care centered around the patients. With sub-specialists in virtually every area of medical and surgical practice, Southern California Permanente Medical Group - Kaiser Permanente is home to more than 10,000 physicians serving over 4.7 million members. We feature 14 accredited state-of-the-art medical centers and more than 235 satellite medical offices.
The philosophy and beliefs of Southern California Permanente Medical Group are rooted in the founding principles of the Kaiser Permanente integrated managed care partnership established in 1945 between physicians and the Kaiser Foundation. That word – partnership – is important. We are a physician-led partnership with a mission to transform the practice of medicine.
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Compensation Details
$717K–$751K
Potential Premium Earnings: $70,920.00 Salary range includes incentives that are contingent upon skills, competencies, longevity, experience and geographic location. The earnings included in the salary range are contingent upon requisite Board Certification. Potential premium earnings may vary based on location. Annual Salary is determined by longevity with the Group and full time equivalent (FTE) work schedule/effort.
Posted September 21, 2026