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Palm Springs, California

Physician Fellow - Ultrasound Fellowship

Emergency MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$275k-$900k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Palm Springs, CA – Seeking Emergency Medicine Physician fellow for Ultrasound Fellowship

Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact

Vituity’s ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be – on your patients.

Join the Vituity Team. Vituity is a 100%25 physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners.

As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities.

Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it. You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 9,000 Vituity clinicians.

At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.”

Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 900 practices across the country, serving 14.5+ million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

Seeking highly competitive and motivated candidates with strong interest in bolstering their ultrasound skills.

  • One (1) year ultrasound fellowship, available for the 2026-2027 academic year.
  • Program includes dedicated hours to image acquisition, interpretation, and clinical integration at Riverside Community Hospital, participation in local, regional, national, and international ultrasound courses, and exposure to leadership at all levels.

Required Experience and Competencies

  • Graduate of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency program required.
  • Board Certified/Eligible in Emergency Medicine.
  • Able to obtain a CA state medical license.
  • Interest in ultrasound education.

The Practice

  • Desert Regional Medical Center – Palm Springs, California
  • 400-bed facility with a 33-bed Emergency Department.
  • Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and STEMI Receiving Center.
  • Annual volume of 70,000.
  • Vituity-staffed neurologists and intensivists offer integrated care solutions at this site.

The Community

Palm Springs, California, is a desert oasis celebrated for its stunning landscapes, mid-century modern architecture, and vibrant arts scene, making it a truly unique place to live and work.

Surrounded by the San Jacinto Mountains, the city is known for landmarks like the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, offering breathtaking views and access to alpine hiking trails.

  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Joshua Tree National Park or enjoy golfing at world-class courses.
  • Palm Springs is also a cultural hub, hosting the annual International Film Festival and showcasing history at the Palm Springs Art Museum.
  • With a warm desert climate, sunny days are the norm, perfect for enjoying the area’s many outdoor activities.
  • Conveniently located near Los Angeles and San Diego, Palm Springs combines resort-style living with small-town charm and easy access to urban amenities.

Benefits & Beyond*

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

  • Superior Health Plan Options
  • Dental, Vision, HSA, life and AD&D coverage, and more
  • Partnership models allows a K-1 status pay structure, allowing high tax deductions
  • Extraordinary 401K Plan with high tax reduction and faster balance growth
  • Eligible to receive an Annual Profit Distribution/yearly cash bonus
  • EAP and travel assistance included
  • Student loan refinancing discounts
  • Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

Estimated annual base compensation of $275,000 – $900,000, depending on site, specialty, clinical volume, schedule, and experience. Compensation for part-time and per diem roles is prorated based on clinical hours worked.

In addition, Vituity physicians participate in our partnership model from day one, which includes profit distributions, equity ownership, and K-1 tax advantages. Total compensation including partnership income varies by site and may significantly exceed the range shown.

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

*Visa status applicants benefits vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more details.

Applicants only. No agencies please.

Key Responsibilities

The fellow will participate in a one-year ultrasound fellowship involving dedicated hours for image acquisition, interpretation, and clinical integration at Riverside Community Hospital. Additionally, the role includes participation in local, regional, and international ultrasound courses and exposure to leadership responsibilities.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency program and be Board Certified or Eligible in Emergency Medicine. Applicants must also be able to obtain a California state medical license.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Image InterpretationPatient Care

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$588k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $531k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Emergency Medicine by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$275k–$900kEmergency Medicine median $374k (middle half $302k–$588k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$531k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Emergency Medicine listings in California136 active1,075 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia Physician listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 26% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Emergency Medicine hiring demand#3 of 26 specialtiespostings stay open a median 64 days · 52% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, September 2026 · 279 postings, 369 closed
New Emergency Medicine listings493 in the last 30 days448 the 30 days before (+10%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Med America

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Emeryville, CA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
HSA
Life Insurance
AD&D
401K Plan
Profit Distribution

Living in Palm Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$837k≈ 3.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,067/mo≈ 9% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.