Transplant Hepatologist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Transplant Hepatologist

Our organization is actively looking for a dedicated Transplant Hepatologist to become part of our esteemed Transplant Institute. The preferred candidate will hold board certification or be board eligible in both Transplant Hepatology and Gastroenterology.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage outpatient clinics focusing on general hepatology, as well as pre- and post-transplant patients.
• Conduct outpatient endoscopy procedures.
• Provide inpatient services on a rotation of 1 in 4-5 weeks.
• Participate in shared night and weekend on-call duties with the GI team, totaling approximately 5-6 weeks annually.
• Collaborate with a skilled team of Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Registered Nurses for both inpatient and outpatient care.
• Engage in teaching activities for students, residents, and fellows.
• Encourage involvement in clinical or health services research, with an average of 3 half-days per week allocated for this purpose.

About Our Program

Our liver transplant program ranks among the largest in California, performing an impressive number of transplants each year. We also operate satellite clinics located in Palm Springs, Murrieta, and a nearby Riverside county hospital.

As the sole tertiary/quaternary program in the Inland Empire, we serve a combined population of over 4 million residents in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Both the Transplant Institute clinic and the Medical Center hospital feature cutting-edge facilities. The region offers a wealth of recreational activities, excellent educational institutions, and a lower cost of living compared to many other areas in California.

Community Overview

Loma Linda is celebrated as the only Blue Zone in the United States, fostering a family-oriented atmosphere with a strong emphasis on health and wellness. Located in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, our community is nestled at the base of the San Bernardino mountains, providing easy access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and various outdoor pursuits. This expanding area boasts a low cost of living and outstanding public and private school options. Faculty members may also qualify for federal student loan forgiveness programs.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $340,000 to $400,000, adjusted according to years of experience and faculty rank. This figure does not encompass variable compensation or additional productivity incentives and is subject to departmental compensation policies. Further details regarding compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Our Benefits Include:

• Generous retirement contributions
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Competitive vacation and sick leave
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) days and funding
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Loan repayment options for state and federal programs (if eligible)

For additional information regarding loan forgiveness, please refer to the relevant resources.

Please note that residency in California is required upon the start date for this position. This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.