Infectious Disease Physician

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Internal Medicine has immediate openings for full-time faculty candidates to grow its Infectious Diseases Division. Qualified candidates must be board certified/board eligible in Infectious Diseases.Infectious Diseases faculty members participate in hospital consultation, clinic, resident education, and student education. There is opportunity for areas of special interest, based on the background, experience, and interest of the applicant. Weekend and holiday call will be shared equally among faculty members. We welcome the application of Fellows in training and mature physicians.The Infectious Diseases Division is heavily involved in resident education, and some members are also heavily involved in medical student education. Teaching includes MS3 and MS4 students at bedside and MS1 and MS2 students in the classroom on topics such as Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, and Pharmacology. Where contribution to basic science teaching is significant, protected time for these activities could be arranged as a joint agreement with the Office of Medical Student Education.Full-time general Infectious Diseases faculty position with opportunities for one or more of the following based on applicant skills and interest and division need:Assistant Director of Antibiotic StewardshipMedical Director of HIV/ID clinic at Federally Qualified Health ClinicAssistant Program Director for Infectious Disease Fellowship programTransplant Infectious DiseaseJob Description:50-80% inpatient consultation in General Infectious Diseases with weekly HIV or ID clinicMentoring and research opportunitiesAntibiotic education and control: a division-wide responsibilityTeaching opportunities include:Infectious Diseases Fellowship Core Curriculum lecturesJunior medical student clerkship interactive learningSenior medical student Global Health/Tropical Medicine electiveSenior medical student Internal Medicine electiveInternal Medicine Resident electives and formal learning sessions such as journal clubs and case conference presentationsGrand Rounds PresentationsSchool of Public Health Epidemiology lecturesPublic Information/Community LecturesFaculty within the Department of Medicine are welcome to explore academic pursuits through teaching and/or research, as well as provide care to the underserved through our partnerships with SAC Health System in the Inland Empire and Guam Seventh-day Adventist Clinic in Micronesia. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any interest in these opportunities during the recruitment process.The setting: Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group is affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center, Children’s Hospital, and School of Medicine, with the mission to deliver whole-person care at a world-class level of clinical excellence. The Medical Center serves as the largest tertiary referral source in both Riverside and San Bernardino counties with a surrounding population approaching 4 million.Loma Linda University’s Medical Center and Children’s Hospital is the major Level I Trauma Center serving a four-county area that covers approximately 25 percent of the state. The Medical Center and Children’s Hospital are equipped with over 850 licensed beds.This setting is a stimulating clinical and educational environment, with opportunities for general medical and global health education. Loma Linda University School of Medicine alumni have a long history of international service; thus, the University is affiliated with numerous international service sites.About the areaLoma Linda, recognized as the only Blue Zone in the nation, is a family-friendly community known for its strong sense of community and commitment to health and wellness. Loma Linda University is located in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs in an area known as the Inland Empire. Nestled at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains, we have convenient access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and a variety of other outdoor activities. This growing region has a low cost of living and excellent private and public school systems. Faculty members are eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs.Compensation & BenefitsThe compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $220,000 - $250,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.Our benefits include:Generous Retirement ContributionComprehensive Medical/Dental CoverageCompetitive Vacation & Sick DaysCME Days and FundsRelocation Assistance (if applicable)Paid Malpractice InsurancePaid Life InsuranceLoan Repayment/State & Federal (If eligible)We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.This opportunity is not eligible for a J1 Waiver.

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