Job Details
Pediatric ICU / Pediatric Cardiac ICU Hospitalist
Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Pediatric ICU / Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CTICU) Hospitalist to join our growing and dynamic critical care team in sunny Southern California.
About Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital
Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital is a nationally recognized, mission-driven tertiary care center serving one of the largest and most diverse pediatric populations in Southern California, including San Bernardino, Riverside, and surrounding counties.
As part of Loma Linda University Health, a faith-based academic medical center, our hospital is committed to whole-person care—addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and their families. We serve a region with significant healthcare disparities, providing care to many medically complex and underserved patients, making our work both impactful and deeply meaningful.
Our children’s hospital offers:
- A full spectrum of pediatric subspecialty services, including cardiac surgery, transplant programs, and complex medical care
- A strong commitment to education, research, and quality improvement
- A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on innovation, safety, and compassionate care
- A growing pediatric cardiac and critical care program with institutional support for expansion and program development
About Our Critical Care Program
- 25-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
- 25-bed Step-Down ICU
- 33-bed Pediatric Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU)
- Accredited Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Fellowship Program
- Advanced therapies include:
- ECMO (VA & VV)
- CRRT
- Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD)
- Mixed medical-surgical population, including complex congenital heart disease and single ventricle physiology
Position Overview
The ICU Hospitalist will work closely with intensivists, subspecialists, fellows, and advanced practice providers to provide high-quality, family-centered care to critically ill children in both the PICU and CTICU environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in the PICU and/or CTICU
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, neonatology, and subspecialty services
- Participate in admissions, procedures, and daily ICU management
- Supervise and teach residents and fellows in a supportive academic environment
- Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and protocol development
- Support a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and psychological safety
Qualifications
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics
- Additional experience or strong interest in pediatric critical care and/or cardiac ICU preferred
- Commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and teamwork
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $227,000 – $252,000 annually (commensurate with experience and training)
- Incentives: Eligible for productivity and/or quality-based bonuses
- Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- Malpractice coverage
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Why Join Us?
- Work in a high-acuity, high-impact environment with advanced technologies
- Be part of a mission-driven institution serving an underserved and diverse population
- Engage in teaching and mentorship within an active fellowship program
- Opportunities for involvement in quality improvement, education, and program development
- Supportive leadership committed to growth, innovation, and team culture
Location Highlights
- Located in Loma Linda, California, in sunny Southern California
- Close to Los Angeles, beaches, mountains, and desert destinations
- Family-friendly communities with year-round outdoor activities