Southern California Permanente Medical Group

Otolaryngologist (Head & Neck) | Bakersfield, CA | $300K Advance on Pay

Bakersfield, CA

$450-548k
full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Job Highlights

  • Flexible Schedule
  • Position Highlights Compensation & Benefits Why Bakersfield? About SCPMG

    Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) is seeking a Board Certified / Board Eligible Otolaryngologist with Head & Neck Surgery expertise to join our well-established, collaborative ENT practice in Bakersfield, CA.

    This is an outstanding opportunity to practice comprehensive Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery within a fully integrated, physician-led health system, supported by robust specialty referrals and exceptional clinical resources.

    • Comprehensive ENT & Head and Neck Surgery practice
    • Balanced mix of clinic and surgical cases
    • Strong referral base from primary care and specialty colleagues
    • Dedicated support staff and access to advanced technology
    • Flexible scheduling options available
    • Opportunity to focus on patient care without private-practice administrative burden
    • Highly competitive compensation
    • $400K Advance on Pay (subject to eligibility)
    • Substantial signing and/or retention bonuses
    • Merit-based housing allowance
    • Relocation assistance
    • CME allowance and paid time off
    • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
    • Shareholder/partnership track offering long-term financial stability
    • Affordable housing and excellent cost of living
    • Easy access to Los Angeles, the Central Coast, and the Sierra Nevada
    • Ideal for physicians who enjoy outdoor recreation, family-friendly communities, and work-life balance
    • A growing medical community with strong leadership support

    SCPMG is one of the nation’s largest physician-led medical groups, serving Kaiser Permanente members across Southern California. Our physicians benefit from a culture rooted in collaboration, autonomy, and partnership, allowing them to build fulfilling, sustainable careers.

    Interested in learning more? Confidential inquiries are welcome.

    Krystle Chavez Physician Recruiter, SCPMG

    krystle.x.chavez@kp.org

    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.

    Compensation Details

    $450-548k

    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 • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible 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

    Location Insights

    • A

      Access to Parks

    • B

      Access to Outdoor Activities

    • B

      Commute

    • B-

      Access to Restaurants

    • B-

      Public Schools

    • C+

      Overall

    • Total Population

      404,321

    • Median Rent

      $1,283

    • Median Home Value

      $320,600

    • Median Income

      $73,827

    Posted January 22, 2026