Pediatric Endocrinologist

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is actively looking for a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Endocrinologist to become part of a thriving practice within the Department of Pediatrics, specifically in the Division of Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology. This role encompasses delivering comprehensive endocrine care, which includes managing patients with diabetes, overseeing the inpatient consultation service, and engaging in the education and training of both residents and medical students.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with a team of five physicians, supported by a diverse group of professionals, including a nurse practitioner, diabetes educators, registered nurses, social workers, clinical psychologists, and registered dietitians. Our Pediatric Diabetes Center has received recognition from the American Diabetes Association for its excellence in diabetes education. An academic appointment at our affiliated medical school will be based on the candidate's experience, training, accomplishments, and teaching contributions.

Our facility, a children's hospital with 364 beds, provides extensive care to over 1.2 million pediatric patients annually. With a staff of more than 870 physicians and 2,310 employees, we handle over 82,000 patient visits each year, including around 7,100 visits to the diabetes clinic.

Situated in a prime Southern California location, the hospital is conveniently close to various beach cities, with both Los Angeles and San Diego within a 100-mile radius. The popular mountain and ski destination of Big Bear is just 45 miles away, while Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park, both renowned tourist spots, are within 50 miles. The region boasts a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, and visiting local farm stands. Additionally, there are many highly regarded K-12 public and private schools, making this area particularly appealing for families. Whether you enjoy the mountains or a sunny beach day, both are easily accessible.

The compensation range for this position reflects the starting base salary and is adjusted according to years of experience and/or faculty rank: $228K-$268K. This figure does not include signing bonuses, variable compensation, or additional productivity incentives and is subject to the compensation plans of the individual department. More detailed information regarding compensation will be provided during the recruitment process.

Our benefits package includes:

• Generous Retirement Contribution
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Coverage
• Competitive Vacation and Sick Days
• CME Days and Funding
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
• Paid Malpractice Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Loan Repayment Options (State & Federal, if eligible)

For further details on Loan Forgiveness, please refer to the following resources: Physicians for a Healthy California and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

As a California employer, please note that residency in California is required by the start date. This position is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.