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 perfect candidate will hold board certification or be board eligible in both Transplant Hepatology and Gastroenterology.

• Manage outpatient clinic sessions 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 per year.
• 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.

Our liver transplant program ranks among the largest in California, performing an impressive number of transplants annually. We also operate satellite clinics 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. Located at the base of the mountains, our area offers numerous recreational activities, excellent educational institutions, and a lower cost of living compared to many regions in California.

Loma Linda is recognized as the only Blue Zone in the United States, fostering a family-oriented atmosphere with a strong commitment to health and wellness. Situated in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, this region, known as the Inland Empire, provides easy access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and various outdoor pursuits. The area boasts a low cost of living and outstanding private and public schooling options.

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $340,000 to $400,000, depending on experience and faculty rank. This figure does not include variable compensation or additional productivity incentives, which are determined by individual departmental compensation plans. Further details regarding compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process.

• 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)

Faculty members may also qualify for federal student loan forgiveness programs. Please note that residency in California is required upon the start date, and this position is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.