Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Posted Mar 18, 2025
Loma Linda, CA
Acute Care Surgeon
Academic Acute Care Surgeon Opportunity in Southern California
Assistant or Associate Professor of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery
The Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery, at Loma Linda University School of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained acute care surgeon to join our team at the Loma Linda and Murrieta campuses in the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Surgery. The ideal candidate will be passionate about a teaching position in a collegial, multidisciplinary, faith-based environment.
This division serves very busy, American College of Surgeons verified, adult and pediatric Level I trauma centers in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Our catchment and referral area includes San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono, and Inyo counties with a population of more than 4 million people. The division consists of 13 full time surgeons and 10 APPs at 3 separate campuses. We see approximately 3000 major adult and 800 major pediatric traumas per year, as well as more than 4000 ED general surgery consults and almost 3500 operative cases a year. We attend on the Surgical ICU service with approximately 1200 patients per year. Our specialized Surgical Wound Assessment and Treatment (SWAT) clinic is projected to see almost 2500 patients per year. Education of residents is a primary focus and we have a GME-approved Surgical Critical Care fellowship. We are heavily involved in research at the institutional and multi-institutional level, including funded work from the Department of Defense and industry collaborations.
We recently moved into a new, state-of-the-art hospital with 96 ICU beds, 192 floor/stepdown beds and 20 OR, including 2 hybrid rooms and robotic surgical capability, including a Da Vinci Xi unit in the ACS operating room.
The LLUMC-Murrieta hospital is a university-owned, community-based hospital located in the beautiful Temecula area with approximately 160 beds including 12 ICU beds, 6 ORs, and a DaVinci Xi robot. Our team covers emergency general surgery approximately 42 weeks per year with 7-day APP support.
Successful applicants will be at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, BC/BE in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. Acute care surgery/trauma and ICU service weeks and SWAT clinic will be at the LLUMC main campus, while call coverage for the LLUMC-Murrieta ED general surgery will occur at that campus.
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.
Loma Linda University Health continues to lead in integrating a faith-based approach to whole person health care. As a Seventh-day Adventist organization, our mission is to follow the healing and teaching ministry of Jesus Christ 'to make man whole.' Together, we strive for Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Wholeness.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
About the area
Loma 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 & Benefits
The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $337,000 - $417,000. 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 Contribution
Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage
Competitive Vacation & Sick Days
CME Days and Funds
Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
Paid Malpractice Insurance
Paid Life Insurance
Federal Loan Repayment (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 Conrad 30 waiver.
How to apply
Email recruitmd@llu.edu if interested
Location
11175 Campus St.
Loma Linda, CA 92350
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