Urologist (General OR Reconstructive) - Riverside at Kaiser Permanente - Southern CA Medical Group
Riverside, CA
About the Job
Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
The comprehensive benefits and longevity-based compensation package offered by Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) enables physicians to focus on what they do best – provide their patients with exceptional care.
• Medical/dental/vision coverage
• Supplemental medical coverage
• Special dependent coverage
• Vacation/holiday/sick/education time and leave (prorated to work schedule)
• Retirement and savings plans
• Relocation package
• Professional liability coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Partnership of SCPMG
• Transition to a Partner/Owner of SCPMG
• Eligible after three consecutive years of full-time employment (six consecutive years of part-time employment)
• Increased benefits (e.g., compensation, retirement, life insurance)
• Voting rights on organizational decisions
Additional Information
Department Culture: The Kaiser Permanente Riverside Service Area offers a collaborative and dynamic environment in a community hospital system that serves the diverse Inland Empire and South County region. Our Urology department provides comprehensive care across Riverside, Moreno Valley, and Murrieta, fostering a stimulating and supportive atmosphere for professional growth through a variety of subspecialties.
Department Size: 10 Urologists
• 2 General Urologic Surgeons
• 4 Robotic Surgeons
• 1 Infertility Specialist
• 1 General Urologist with an interest in Pediatric Urology
• 2 Reconstruction and Female Specialists
Highlights:
• General Urologists are expected to see a broad range of cases.
• Involves general Urologic procedures with access to robotic systems.
• Travel Time: On-call Urologists may need to travel between Riverside and Moreno Valley hospitals and to other clinic and surgery sites in Moreno Valley, Murrieta, and occasionally Ontario Vineyard ambulatory surgery.
• Call Schedule: Approximately 1 in every 10 nights and weekends, with compensation for callbacks and extended duties.
• Virtualist Coverage: Provides primary call Monday through Friday, 9 PM to 7 AM.
• Post-Call Duties: Hospital duty time in the afternoon after call nights, with no outpatient clinical responsibilities
• Operating Hours: Clinic hours generally start between 7 AM and 8:30 AM and end between 5 PM and 7 PM, with flexible scheduling options based on staffing availability.
• Teaching Opportunities: Optional teaching opportunities with Family Medicine residents. Also, opportunities available with Kaiser Permanente Medical School and University of California Riverside Medical School, typically involving an application process.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Required: Proficiency in general Urologic surgery, including endoscopic, open, and basic laparoscopic procedures.
• Preferred: Experience with robotic surgery (though not mandatory).
About the area
Riverside County encompasses an area known as the Inland Empire. It also includes the greater Palm Springs/Coachella resort area. Riverside features an extensive range of relatively affordable housing options, notable schools, and outdoor recreational opportunities. The county encapsulates a small-town feel with local attractions including seasonal fruit picking and local wineries.
Working here
With its large geographical footprint, Riverside offers both the stability of the Permanente system and a high level of independence. Physicians are offered incredible variety—they can work in an urban setting or in rural locations with a small-town feel; at the main medical center or a satellite office; at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains or in the desert. Yet there are strong threads that run throughout our area: a culture of first-name collegiality, healthy work-life balance, and flexibility. A high level of respect from patients also helps unify the area and render the caregiving experience deeply gratifying. With its exceptional growth rate—perhaps the highest in the region—the area is still evolving, with new talent and ideas arriving each week. This keeps keep the Riverside environment fresh, young, and exciting, with leadership opportunities being presented regularly.