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Posted 02 August, 2026

Anesthesiologist - RUHS

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group
Desert Hot Springs, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is seeking collaborative Anesthesiologists to become part of our team at Riverside University Health System-Medical Center (RUHS-MC), within the Division of Community Partnership - Anesthesiology.

RUHS-MC is a 439-bed teaching hospital affiliated with a university, featuring over 60 primary and specialty care clinics located in Moreno Valley, Southern California. This prime location offers easy access to Los Angeles, Palm Springs, beautiful beaches, scenic mountains, arid deserts, and six major airports. RUHS-MC is recognized as an ACS-accredited Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission, a Primary Stroke Center, and a Center of Excellence for Research.

The practice primarily focuses on adult cases, encompassing orthopedics, general surgery, neurosurgery, ENT, OB/GYN, vascular, and thoracic procedures, along with trauma surgeries. While pediatric care is provided, the volume is manageable. RUHS serves as a Level 1 adult and Level II pediatric trauma center for Riverside County. Regular regional anesthesia procedures are conducted; however, expertise in these techniques is not mandatory for employment, though it is advantageous. The practice also includes a modern outpatient surgery center equipped with 8 operating rooms. It is important to note that cardiac surgery and transplantation procedures are not performed at RUHS-MC.

The selected candidate will be responsible for three 16-hour in-house overnight calls during weekdays and one 24-hour in-house shift on weekends or holidays each month, which can be divided into two 12-hour shifts with another physician. There will always be two attending physicians available for overnight calls, and responsibilities are shared equally among faculty members.

The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented physician who values personal and professional development, is passionate about resident education, and enjoys mentoring residents and medical students. Our practice prioritizes perioperative medicine as a fundamental aspect of anesthesiology; therefore, our residents receive extensive training in this area, and several faculty members participate in national and state committees discussing future practice models. The ideal applicant will actively support these initiatives.

This role is part of the Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group (LLUFMG), within the Department of Anesthesiology, in collaboration with Riverside University Health System.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $440,000 to $481,800, based on a 1.0 FTE, and is adjusted according to years of experience and faculty rank. This base salary does not include variable compensation or additional clinical productivity, which can be substantial and is governed by the individual department's compensation plans. Employment benefits are provided in addition to the salary, with more detailed compensation discussions occurring during the recruitment process.

Benefits Include:
  • Generous Retirement Contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical and Dental Coverage
  • Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave
  • CME Days and Funding
  • Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
  • Paid Malpractice Insurance
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Federal Loan Repayment (if eligible)

For further details on Loan Forgiveness, please refer to the relevant resources on Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

As a California employer, please be aware that residency in California is required by the start date.

This position is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.