Pediatric Infectious Disease Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is currently seeking a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor specializing in Pediatric Infectious Disease within the Department of Pediatrics. The Pediatric Infectious Disease Division consists of a dedicated team of physicians eager to expand and develop their services in the coming years. The ideal applicant should possess an MD, MD-PhD, MBBS, or DO, hold board certification in Pediatrics, and be board eligible or certified in Pediatric Infectious Disease, along with a strong interest in clinical practice or research.

Key responsibilities will include providing inpatient consultation services for 3-4 months, managing outpatient clinic services, and offering administrative support to the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Division. We are committed to educating medical students, general pediatric residents, and pediatric fellows associated with our health programs. Candidates with a focus on HIV care, transplant infectious diseases, or clinical and bench research are particularly encouraged to apply.

Since its inception in 1909, our medical school has been dedicated to training proficient medical professionals with a focus on compassionate service. We strive to merge advanced medical science with a caring approach, ensuring that students are educated in a manner that prioritizes patient needs and preventive care to mitigate future health issues.

Our Faculty Medical Group is affiliated with a leading medical center and children's hospital, aiming to provide comprehensive care at an exceptional level of clinical excellence. The medical center is the largest tertiary referral facility in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, serving a population nearing 4 million. Our Children's Hospital features 343 beds and offers specialized tertiary care, including cardiac, kidney, and bone marrow transplant services.

For over a century, we have been committed to excellence in healthcare, research, and education. In 2021, we inaugurated a state-of-the-art children's hospital and are significantly enhancing our research capabilities through a new collaborative research center and program endowments.

Our organization is dedicated to integrating a faith-based approach to holistic healthcare. As a Seventh-day Adventist institution, our mission is to emulate the healing and teaching ministry of Jesus Christ, striving to "make man whole." We uphold values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Wholeness.

About the Area

Loma Linda is recognized as the only Blue Zone in the United States, offering a family-friendly environment with a strong community focus on health and wellness. Located in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, in the Inland Empire region, our institution is situated at the base of the San Bernardino mountains, providing easy access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and various outdoor activities. This expanding area boasts a low cost of living and excellent educational institutions, both public and private. Faculty members may also qualify for federal student loan forgiveness programs.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $228,000 to $268,000, adjusted based on 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.

• 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 (state and federal, if eligible)

We are 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.