Pediatric Endocrinologist

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Endocrinologist

Our organization is actively seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Endocrinologist to become part of a dynamic 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 residents and medical students.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with a team of five physicians and benefit from the support of a multidisciplinary group that features nurse practitioners, 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.

About Our Hospital

Our facility, a leading children’s hospital, boasts 364 beds and provides extensive care to over 1.2 million children annually. With a staff of more than 870 physicians and 2,310 support personnel, we handle over 82,000 patient visits each year, including around 7,100 visits to our diabetes clinic.

Location Highlights

Situated in a prime Southern California location, our hospital is conveniently near several 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 offers a plethora of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, and more. Families will appreciate the presence of many esteemed K-12 public and private schools, making this area an appealing choice for those with children. Whether you enjoy mountain adventures or sunny beach days, both are easily accessible.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $228K-$268K, reflecting starting base compensation that may be adjusted based on experience and faculty rank. This figure does not include potential signing bonuses, variable compensation, or additional productivity incentives, and is subject to the specific compensation plans of the department. Further details regarding compensation will be provided during the recruitment process.

Our Benefits Include:

• 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 & Federal, if eligible)

For additional information on loan forgiveness programs, please refer to resources such as Physicians for a Healthy California and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Please note that residency in California is required by the start date for this position. This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.