What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endocrinology Physician position at Desert Regional Medical Center?
Job Summary
Why Join UsTenet Healthcare invites you to join an established, employed multi-specialty group in one of California's most vibrant desert communities — where your expertise will meet immediate, real demand. Serving a catchment area of approximately 700,000 residents, you'll step into a practice with a strong referral base and a patient population that genuinely needs specialized endocrine care. With the backing of a nationally recognized health system, you'll have the infrastructure and support to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Position Highlights- Full-time, employed position with immediate start available
- Flexible practice model: predominantly outpatient with the option to include inpatient consults, or fully outpatient
- Strong focus on diabetes management within a diverse patient population
- Large, established referral base with demonstrated community demand for endocrine services
- Teaching opportunities with third-year residents
- Administrative and operational support provided — minimize paperwork, maximize patient care
- Backed by a large, nationally recognized healthcare system
- Competitive base salary ranging from $230,000–$328,600 annually, with productivity incentives
- CME allowance and paid time off
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Deferred compensation program
- Relocation assistance
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Endocrinology
- Eligible for California medical licensure
- Teaching interest preferred
Palm Springs offers a rare blend of desert beauty, year-round sunshine, and a surprisingly rich cultural scene — making it one of Southern California's most livable cities. The Coachella Valley boasts a low cost of living relative to coastal California markets, with access to top-rated schools, world-class golf, hiking in Joshua Tree National Park, and a thriving arts and dining community. The region's mid-century modern architecture, vibrant LGBTQ community, and beloved festivals give it a distinct, welcoming character unlike anywhere else in the Southwest. Whether you're drawn to outdoor adventure, a relaxed pace of life, or proximity to Los Angeles, Palm Springs delivers on all fronts.
Organization Description
Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!
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Salary : $230,000 - $328,600