Provide high-quality, evidence-based general surgical care including preoperative evaluation, surgical procedures, and postoperative management. Collaborate with a multi-specialty team to optimize patient flow and participate in quality improvement initiatives within the Stanford network.
Requirements summary
Requires an MD or DO degree, completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency, and board eligibility or certification. Must hold a current California medical license, DEA registration, and ACLS certification.
General Surgeon MMC (Menlo Medical Clinic) | Stanford Medicine Menlo Park, CA
Menlo Medical Clinic (MMC), a partner of Stanford Medicine, has an opportunity for a part-time General Surgeon to join our well-established practice in Menlo Park, CA. We offer excellent compensation, collegial support in a multispecialty practice that prioritizes physician self-governance, autonomy, and well-being. The ideal candidate is a clinically experienced general surgeon and will deliver high-quality, surgical care in a multi-specialty setting within the Stanford Medicine Partners and Stanford Health Care ecosystem independently.
This is an opportunity to expand the practice according to personal interest.
Position Details
Part time- 0.5 FTE
Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality, evidence-based general surgical care.
Preoperative evaluation and optimization for surgical procedures; order and interpret necessary tests; obtain informed consent; ensure compliance with CPT/ICD coding and payer requirements.
Perform a broad range of general surgery procedures emphasizing minimally invasive approaches when possible, including: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy Hernia repairs (inguinal and ventral/incisional) Robotic surgery certification and experience is encouraged Laparoscopic appendectomy Skin and soft tissue tumor excisions Breast care Anorectal procedures Optimize patient flow, OR/ASC scheduling, and coordination with preoperative clinics, anesthesia teams, and nursing staff to ensure efficient, safe throughput and timely discharge.
Manage postoperative care, including pain management, wound care, discharge planning, and structured follow-up in a timely, patient-centered manner.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and adherence to evidence-based guidelines; participate in morbidity and mortality (M&M) conferences as applicable.
Collaborate with primary care providers, specialists, anesthesia, and OR staff to coordinate care across the continuum within the Stanford network.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation in the EMR (Epic).
Ensure coding accuracy, and comply with payer and institutional requirements.
Participate in after-hours on-call coverage as assigned within the clinic’s call schedule and network needs.
Engage in clinical protocol development and adherence to Stanford Health Care and Stanford Medicine Partners policies; participate in clinical research or scholarly activities as appropriate.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Relocation Assistance
Tail Coverage
Long-Term Care Plan
CME Stipend
Full Malpractice Coverage
Platinum-level Health Plan
Umbrella Insurance
Fertility / Family Care
Personal Data Protection
Qualifying Housing Assistance Program
401(k) Safe Harbor and Profit-sharing Contributions
Qualifications/Requirements: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency.
Board-eligible or board-certified in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery (or equivalent ABMS board).
Current, active medical license to practice in California.
DEA registration and ability to obtain state prescriptive authority as required.
Current ACLS certification (PALS if pediatric patients are involved) or per institutional requirements.
Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality, patient-centered surgical care; strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; proficiency in EMR documentation; commitment to teamwork and patient safety.
Ability to obtain credentialing/privileges with Stanford Health Care and Stanford Medicine Partners.
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package (Pro-Ration May Apply for Part-Time)
Compensation
Provisional: Guaranteed salary up to $260,000 annually for the first 2 years, based on experience for full time position Productivity-based incentive bonus Relocation Assistance
Benefits
Platinum-level Health plan for physician and family including Dental, Vision, Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Plan, Umbrella Insurance, Fertility / Family Care, Personal Data Protection Qualifying Housing Assistance Program Annual 401(k) Safe Harbor and Profit-sharing contributions CME stipend Full malpractice coverage includes tail coverage
Our Medical Group Menlo Medical Clinic is a multi-specialty, physician-led, collaborative medical group.
We focus on bringing world-class care to communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Consistently ranking at the top of the organization in patient experience as well as clinician professional fulfillment and well-being We utilize EPIC as our electronic medical record.
Fully integrated innovative Stanford Health AI.
Access to extensive network of specialists within our group, Stanford Health Care, and community practices.
Collaborate closely with Stanford University School of Medicine Faculty physicians.
Staff support – favorable RN clinical support ratio Ancillary support - onsite Radiology and Stanford Laboratory Clinical support services including Diabetes educator, Clinical Pharmacist, Integrated Behavioral Health and Social support, Stanford Medicine specialist electronic consultations
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly value diversity and commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, we do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
