Chief – General & Minimally Invasive Surgery

The Department of Surgery at Loma Linda University School of Medicine is seeking a highly skilled and visionary leader to serve as the Chief of the Division of General & Minimally Invasive Surgery. The Chief of General & Minimally Invasive Surgery will be responsible for overseeing and advancing the general and minimally invasive surgery programs within the department and affiliated sites. This position is a critical leadership role that will involve guiding and coordinating the division's strategic, clinical, educational, and research activities, in concert with the Loma Linda University Health Digestive Disease Center. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of excellence in General & Minimally Invasive Surgery, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for advancing patient care, education, and research in the field of general and minimally invasive surgery.

Procedures performed in this division include laparoscopic and robotic complex abdominal wall hernia, foregut, bariatric, and general surgery, as well as diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. The division hosts a Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship, is an accredited Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP), and has been awarded a Blue Distinction Center for its high-quality bariatric surgery program. Practice sites include a tertiary/quaternary academic medical center at Loma Linda University Medical Center, the Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta campus, satellite community programs, and the largest surgical specialty Federally Qualified Health Center clinic in the nation. Across all settings, our surgeons have access to nine robotic platforms. Candidates must have appropriate board certification and licensure. Women and underrepresented surgeons are encouraged to apply.

The Division Chief will work in alignment with the Department’s Commitment to Surgery to enable surgical faculty and trainees to reach their highest professional and academic potential while serving the Loma Linda University mission to make people whole. Our vision is to create global surgical leaders in whole person care, education, and research. Faculty with interests in global surgery are encouraged to join the Loma Linda University Health Center for Global Surgery to pursue equitable access to safe surgical care around the world.

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group is affiliated with Loma Linda University Health and School of Medicine, with the mission to deliver whole-person care at a world-class level of clinical excellence. The state of the art Troesh Medical Campus serves as the largest tertiary referral source in both Riverside and San Bernardino counties with a surrounding population approaching 5 million. Loma Linda University Health has over 1,000 licensed beds, treats more than 1.5 million outpatients every year, and serves as a Level I trauma center for a region covering more than 25% of California.

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.' 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.

Benefits & Compensation

Expected Total Annual Compensation: $355,000 - $439,000

The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $330,000 - $414,000. This amount does not include our generous benefits package, 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
• Loan Repayment/State & Federal (If eligible)

For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please click on the links below:

Physicians for a Healthy California

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

This opportunity is not eligible for a J1 Waiver.

We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.