Otolar / H&N Surgeon Oncology - Los Angeles

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

Position Overview

Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Head and Neck Surgical Oncologist and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon to join our multidisciplinary team. This position will join the current two fellowship trained H&N oncology and microvascular reconstructive surgeons, Dr. Alice Lin and Dr. Andrew Larson in a complex head and neck oncology and free flap program that has been well-established for over a decade. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in the management of complex head and neck cancers, advanced surgical oncology with or without transoral robotic surgery and microvascular reconstructive procedures. This position also offers the opportunity to work with residents and medical students through the Kaiser Permanente Bernard J Tyson School of Medicine and rotating head and neck surgery residents.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and manage benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck, including the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, salivary glands, thyroid, parathyroid, and related structures.

Perform complex ablative oncologic surgeries, including minimally invasive and open surgical approaches.

Lead microvascular free tissue transfer procedures for reconstruction following head and neck cancer resections.

Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and collaborate with medical and radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, speech therapists, physical medicine, nutrition and other specialists.

Provide comprehensive perioperative care, including preoperative evaluation, operative planning, and postoperative management.

Engage in patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery expectations.

Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and clinical research as appropriate.

Supervise and mentor residents, fellows, and medical students as part of academic and clinical activities.

Qualifications

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

Board certified or board eligible in Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery.

Fellowship training in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery required.

Valid California medical license (or eligibility to obtain one prior to hire).

Demonstrated excellence in microvascular free flap reconstruction and complex head and neck cancer management.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Experience in academic teaching and research is highly desirable.

About Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles

Kaiser Permanente is a large nationally recognized integrated healthcare organization, dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to our members. Los Angeles Medical Center is the largest tertiary care hospital in Southern California in the Kaiser system and provides a supportive environment for both professional and personal growth, with access to advanced technology, robust research opportunities, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About the area

The city of Los Angeles offers one of the worlds great urban experiences. Opportunities to enjoy pro sports, entertainment, cuisine, and the arts are virtually endless, with the variety to satisfy its incredibly diverse population. Beaches are nearby; mountains and desert are an hour away, and the weather enables year-round outdoor activities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter detailing qualifications and clinical interests. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The position is available immediately.