Kern Medical Center Program
Infectious Disease (IM)Community-based university affiliatedIMG: HIGH
Bakersfield, CA
2
Positions
100.0%
IMG %
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Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1460514214
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
- Total Positions:
- 2
- Interviews:
- 4
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 40
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 12
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.50
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 5/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Faculty Ratio:
- 2.00
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 4
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 2
- Female Faculty:
- 50.00%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 100%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
The UCLA-Kern ID Fellowship program offers robust research engagement opportunities, bolstered by its association with the Valley Fever Institute and Affiliation with UCLA DGSM. The VFI provides exposure to community leadership and engagement through its commitment to educating physicians, patients, and the public. Fellows have access to electives at UCLA DGDSM and enjoy access to the rich UCLA Libraries system.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
- iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
- Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Educational Opportunities
- Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
2 weeks
Salary Progression
$79,300
PGY-1
$79,300
PGY-4
$84,200
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
Demographics & Community
Demographics data not available
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1460514214
- Total Positions:
- 2
- Interviews:
- 4
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
Contact Information
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 7/1/2026 - 9/30/2026
- Interview Period:
- 8/3/2026 - 10/30/2026
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Previous GME Required:
- Yes
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- July
- July Start Date:
- July 1
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- No
- NRMP Codes:
- 1921146F0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 1
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:1PGY-2:1
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- No
- Paid Leave Days:
- 25
- Unpaid Leave Days:
- 90
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
- IMG Percentage
- 100.0%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 0.0%
- DO Classification
- CHALLENGING
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