Academic Pediatric Anesthesiologist | Southern California | Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group opportunity in Loma Linda, California

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group | Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital

Southern California

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group (LLUFMG), in affiliation with Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Anesthesiologists to join its growing academic team in beautiful Southern California. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a nationally recognized academic health system dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, research, education, and mission-driven care.

With openings available due to continued growth and increased patient demand, candidates will join an established team of 18 anesthesiologists providing care across a wide variety of complex pediatric cases within one of the region’s premier children’s hospitals.

Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital is a 364-bed tertiary and quaternary care children’s hospital serving more than 1.2 million children throughout the Inland Empire and surrounding regions. The hospital is recognized as the region’s only dedicated pediatric hospital and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and is nationally known for pioneering pediatric cardiac and transplant innovations. The pediatric anesthesia program supports more than 7,000 pediatric surgeries annually, including over 300 pediatric cardiac surgeries with cardiopulmonary bypass each year.

Opportunity Highlights

• Academic faculty appointment with Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group
• Full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities available
• Permanent employed position within a not-for-profit academic health system
• Practice in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Join an experienced pediatric anesthesia team with access to:
  • Acute pain services
  • Pediatric cardiac anesthesia
  • Liver transplant anesthesia
• Collaborative environment with strong subspecialty support
• Epic EMR platform
• Variable scheduling designed around coverage needs
• Opportunities for teaching, research, and committee involvement
• Work alongside fellows, residents, and medical students in a highly academic environment
• Visa sponsorship available for H1B and O1 candidates
• 2026 graduates encouraged to apply

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $403,000 - $461,000
• Sign-on bonus available
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000
• PSLF-eligible employer
• Academic stipend available for residents and fellows
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Malpractice and tail coverage provided
• License and DEA reimbursement
• Generous paid time off package including:
  • 25 vacation days
  • 10 sick days
  • 9 paid holidays
• Additional perks include:
  • $100/month cell phone stipend
  • $200/month food allowance
  • ACLS, BLS, and PALS support
  • Medical staff fees covered

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology preferred
• Eligible for or able to obtain California medical licensure
• Passion for academic medicine, teaching, and collaborative patient care

About Loma Linda University Health

Loma Linda University Health is an internationally respected academic medical center and the only Level I Trauma Center serving more than 25% of California geographically. The system is widely recognized for excellence in patient care, education, research, and mission-driven healthcare delivery.

Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, Loma Linda offers an exceptional quality of life with easy access to:

• Los Angeles, Orange County, Palm Springs, and San Diego
• Mountain resorts, hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation
• World-famous beaches and desert destinations
• Affordable housing options compared to many Southern California metro areas
• Family-friendly communities and excellent schools

Loma Linda is also internationally recognized as one of the world’s original “Blue Zones,” known for longevity, wellness, and healthy living.

Contact Information

For additional information or confidential consideration, please contact:

Jill Wilkinson
Physician Recruitment Advisor | PracticeMatch
jwilkinson@practicematch.com