Clinical Associate Physician; Los Alamitos

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Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.

It is located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

The University of California, Irvine is seeking qualified candidates for a Clinical Associate Hospitalist position for clinic coverage at the UCI site in Los Alamitos. The successful candidate must be board eligible/certified in Hospital Medicine, be licensed or eligible in California, and hold an M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree.

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree
• Board‑certified or eligible in Hospital Medicine
• Eligible for California licensure
• Experience in providing and/or oversight of care

Total Compensation: The base salary is $311,000‑$390,000 with potential incentives based on performance and experience. In addition to salary, UCI offers medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and various discounts and perks.

Clinical responsibilities will involve:

• Coordinate and ensure patient care coverage for Medicine services
• Conduct face‑to‑face rounds with the care team
• Supervise residents in MICU, CCU, and ward services
• Evaluate new admissions to cardiac and medical ICUs
• Monitor patient stability and triage cases
• Oversee consultations and collaborate with specialists
• Participate in family meetings and patient care discussions
• Review summaries of new admissions from admitting residents
• Ensure timely completion of patient notes within 72 hours
• Maintain compliance with medical record standards and institutional policies

Primary responsibilities of this position:

• Maintain the highest standards of safety and quality in patient care
• Supervise and mentor trainees, including residents and fellows
• Serve as an educator for students, residents, and fellows
• Complete trainee evaluations promptly
• Model professionalism and patient‑centered care
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Complete computer‑based training and timesheets on schedule
• Support development of clinical protocols and care delivery optimization

Required:

• Board‑certified and have California licensure
• Active and current DEA certification
• Demonstrated experience in quality improvement to improve patient outcomes
• Leadership skills; ability to motivate, inspire, communicate with faculty, residents, staff, and peers to maintain a professional, team‑based approach to patient care
• Adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and objectives while complying with all UC policies and procedures, maintaining patient confidentiality, and complying with all state and federal privacy laws

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre‑Placement Health Evaluation

* Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct;

have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environments.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824‑0500 or eec.

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.