Geriatric Psychiatrist

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Geriatric Psychiatrist to join our team.

While privately nestled in the quiet, historical town of Redlands, California, Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center offers the unique opportunity of providing exemplary mental health care with the support of a world-renowned teaching hospital.

Recognizing the individual, complex needs of patients facing mental illness, Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center (LLUBMC) provides a full range of services including inpatient and outpatient treatment. In carrying out our mission, "to make man whole" a multi-disciplinary treatment team of competent and compassionate clinicians assists the patient in meeting personal goals and restoring the family unit to guide them to the road of recovery. LLUBMC specializes in a variety of mental health issues including:

   - Anxiety disorders

   - Depression

  - Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse issues

   - Suicidal tendencies

   - Other emotional and behavioral health problems

    - Addictions 

For nearly a century, the mission of Loma Linda University Medical Center has been "continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ" in an effort "to make man whole." The LLUBMC is part of this system and philosophy. The most advanced and inclusive mental health care is delivered utilizing a multi-disciplinary staff of psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, chaplains, dieticians, family counselors, and adjunctive therapists. This diverse staff ensures flexible and personal treatment for each patient in the least restrictive manner.

The treatment philosophy of LLUBMC is to strengthen, restore, and renew the patient and his or her family. Toward this goal, our caring professionals strive to treat the whole individual by considering all the interrelated biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of their lives. Opportunities exist for a teaching and supervisory role in the General Psychiatry Residency, and/or Child and Adolescent Fellowship and/or with a variety of trainees including students from the School of Medicine. 

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.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $240,000 – $321,000. This amount does not include 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
• Federal Loan Repayment (if eligible)

Physician Loan Repayment:

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

Public Service Loan Forgiveness 

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

This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.