Physician - Endocrinologist

Physician - Endocrinologist

Salary

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Location

Moreno Valley

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-73861-01 IM AL

Department

RUHS-Medical Center

Opening Date

03/04/2026

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For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

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 $270K
• Additional Medical Group salary differential
• 4% cost of living increase spring of 2026
• 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 www.ruhealth.org

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

AMPD I - Board Eligible

AMPD II - Board Certified

License/Certificate: Possession of a current valid Physicians and Surgeons 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 Drivers 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

What's Next?

This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of The Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants, depending on the volume of applications received.

For additional information, please contact:

Dr. Daniel Kim - Medical Director - Chair, Internal Medicine/ d.kim@ruhealth.org

Dr. Iqbal Munir - Chief of Endocrinology and Medicine/ i.munir@ruhealth.org

Angela Levinson - Recruiter/951-955-5562/alevinson@rivco.org

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

BENEFIT PROGRAM: MCU

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023, the employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
• A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours

36 to <108 months = 10.46 Hours
108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

• Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01

Do you possess: a valid Physicians and Surgeons License issued by the State of California?

• Yes
• No
• No - but I have an out-of-state Physicians and Surgeons license and am eligible for licensure in CA.

02

Do you possess a medical specialty certification issued by the American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS) or are you eligible to test for the certification?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid Drug Enforcement Agency registration?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information

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