Location & Practice Overview

Base Location San Francisco, CA
Department Radiology – Neuroradiology
Practice Type Multi-specialty physician group within an integrated health care delivery system
Care Setting Kaiser Permanente facilities serving Northern California members
Practice Model Physician-led organization with no private-practice overhead or billing management

Responsibilities

  • Interpret neuroimaging studies including MRI, CT, and related modalities focused on brain, spine, head, and neck conditions.
  • Provide clinical consultations and timely diagnostic support to referring clinicians across neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, and other specialties.
  • Document findings and coordinate care using the organization’s integrated electronic medical record system.
  • Participate in teaching, research, and quality-improvement activities available within the physician group.
  • Maintain professional standards while concentrating clinical time on interpretation and consultation rather than administrative tasks.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must meet the following credential and training standards to be considered for this neuroradiology role.

Degree
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Status
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neuroradiology, or Diagnostic Radiology with Neuroradiology fellowship
Training
Fellowship-trained in Neuroradiology required; prior practice experience preferred but not mandatory
Licensure
Current California medical license or eligibility to obtain one; DEA registration as required
Additional
Willingness to practice within an inclusive, collaborative, mission-driven care model

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time annual base salary range is $514,139 to $530,040, with additional potential incentives up to $145,490. Reduced schedules are available with pro-rated compensation. The package includes a shareholder track.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Interest-free home loan program up to $250,000 (approval required)
  • Relocation assistance up to $10,000 (approval required)
  • Malpractice coverage with tail insurance
  • Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and 401(k)
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, education leave, and Physician Health & Wellness Program

Schedule & Work Environment

Weekly Hours Flexible scheduling within a 24–40 hour weekly requirement
Call Department-specific rotation; exact frequency discussed during interview
Work Setting Primarily onsite in San Francisco with potential hybrid flexibility
Volume Approach Balanced caseload designed to support thorough study review and consultations; no RVU productivity targets

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The role centers on diagnostic neuroimaging for a broad Northern California membership within an integrated delivery system.

Age Range Diverse adult and pediatric patients
Clinical Focus Brain, spine, head, and neck conditions evaluated through advanced imaging
Care Context Multidisciplinary collaboration with neurology, neurosurgery, oncology, and related services
Delivery Model Integrated health system supporting coordinated diagnostic and treatment pathways

About The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. (TPMG)

The Permanente Medical Group is the largest physician-led medical group in the United States. It provides care exclusively for Kaiser Permanente members in Northern California through a partnership with Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and Health Plan. The group operates as an independent, self-governed multispecialty organization founded in 1948.

Physician Count Approximately 10,000 physicians
Members Served Approximately 4.7 million in Northern California
Facilities 21 medical centers plus numerous clinics across Northern and Central California
Structure Physician-owned and physician-led multispecialty group
Geographic Scope Northern California region of Kaiser Permanente

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a productivity or RVU requirement for this neuroradiology position?
No. The practice model does not use RVU targets. Physicians focus on clinical interpretation and consultation without personal billing or overhead management.
What is the shareholder track and when does eligibility begin?
TPMG offers a shareholder track as part of its physician partnership model. Specific timing and requirements are reviewed during the offer and contract discussion stage.
Are reduced or part-time schedules available?
Yes. Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available within the stated 24–40 hour weekly framework. Details are confirmed with the department and recruiter.
Who is the primary contact for questions or CV submission?
Candidates may contact Physician Recruiter Bo Chau at bo.chau@kp.org or (510) 418-9952, or apply through the TPMG Physician Careers portal for Northern California opportunities.

Neuroradiologist in San Francisco, CA

This neuroradiology position sits inside a large, physician-governed medical group that delivers care exclusively through Kaiser Permanente’s integrated Northern California system. The role emphasizes diagnostic interpretation of advanced neuroimaging for adult and pediatric patients across brain, spine, and head-and-neck pathology. Collaboration occurs within established specialty pathways rather than fragmented referral networks. Flexible weekly hours between 24 and 40, absence of RVU metrics, and a defined shareholder pathway distinguish the employment structure from traditional private-practice or hospital-employed models. Candidates trained through a neuroradiology fellowship who seek stable clinical focus in a high-volume Bay Area service area will find the practice parameters clearly defined by the medical group’s long-standing multispecialty framework.

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