Physician - Endocrinologist

Riverside University Health System – Medical Center (RUHS-MC), a recognized academic medical center in Inland Southern California, is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Endocrinologist (Assistant Medical Program Director I/II) to join its dynamic and expanding Division of Endocrinology. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated physician to contribute to a growing program within a supportive, multidisciplinary, and academically oriented environment.

Position Highlights

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for a wide range of endocrine and metabolic conditions, with a focus on complex diabetes management.
• Collaborate closely with surgical and medical specialties across RUHS-MC.
• Participate in RUHS-MC’s Joint Commission-certified Inpatient Diabetes Program, which emphasizes high-quality, team-based care.

Academic and Leadership Opportunities

• RUHS-MC is an academic teaching hospital affiliated with several major universities and supports multiple ACGME-accredited residency programs, including Internal Medicine.

• Endocrinology Fellowship Program being launched - the successful candidate will play a key role in developing this initiative and shaping its curriculum.

• Active involvement in the clinical education of Internal Medicine residents and future Endocrinology fellows is expected.

• Faculty appointments at affiliated universities are available and encouraged.

• Opportunities for participation in clinical research, quality improvement projects, and academic collaborations are available for candidates with scholarly interests.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of California.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, clinical excellence, and collaborative care.

Benefit Highlights

• Competitive base salary up to $280K
• Additional Medical Group salary differential
• Annual leave accrual and 11 paid county holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• CALPERS pension plan
• Malpractice/FTCA tail insurance coverage

Meet the Team!
Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.

Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!

For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit

Responsibilities

• Supervise physicians, mid-level practitioners, healthcare support staff, interns, and resident physicians; monitor and evaluate performance of clinicians and support staff; manage healthcare service operations and staff scheduling.
• Instruct physicians, mid-level practitioners, interns, resident physicians, and ancillary medical staff on all patient care services; provide professional guidance to healthcare staff engaged in performing patient care.
• Conduct and participate in in-service training for medical staff and ancillary medical staff; conduct or participate in department or primary care clinic rounds and instruct the medical staff on patient care services in relation to medical treatments and medications.
• Act as a medical consultant for primary, preventive care, health and wellness, and related community and public health programs; ensure medical staff and ancillary medical staff compliance to department policies, Joint Commission requirements, local, state, and federal regulations related to healthcare.
• Assist the clinical leadership team with managing department and provider performance improvement, productivity processes, and programs; confer with and advise on department operations and make appropriate recommendations as necessary.
• Participate in planning and coordinating joint administrative and technical training programs and recommend methods and procedures for coordinating the applicable specialty services for patients; keep informed of current medical techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Initiate, conduct, and coordinate special research projects; participate in conferences, present lectures, and prepare scientific papers.
• Maintain documentation of care to substantiate coding, in accordance with standards required by Joint Commission, state, and federal guidelines; maintain appropriate records and prepare reports related to the activities of the specialty area/department.
• Assist clinical leadership in developing and implementing immediate and long-range goals and objectives of medical services programs; establish and revise program policies and procedures according to program guidelines/regulations; develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate program quality improvement (QI) activities.
• Assist clinical leadership with preparing the budget; represent the department in various committees, staff meetings, and professional meetings.
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of primary and mid-level practitioners.

Experience

• AMPD I - Board Eligible
• AMPD II - Board Certified

License/Certificate

• Possession of a current valid Physician's and Surgeon's Certificate issued by the State of California without restrictions.
• Possession of a current valid Drug Enforcement Agency registration.
• Eligible for certification/or Board certified in a specialty medical field by the applicable American Specialty Board.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.

Knowledge of

The principles and practices of modern medicine; current techniques, procedures, and equipment applicable to primary care or the specialized medical field; principles of effective supervision.

Ability to

Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate specialized medical services; perform specialized medical services; supervise and instruct professional and technical personnel; develop and present educational programs for interns, resident physicians, and ancillary medical staff; maintain records and prepare comprehensive reports; work effectively with staff, patients, and others.

Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of TheRiverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants, depending on the volume of applications received.

Dr. Daniel Kim - Medical Director - Chair, Internal Medicine

Dr. Iqbal Munir - Chief of Endocrinology and Medicine