Prospective Residents
Visiting Learners
We welcome medical students and residents to apply for clinical rotations with our department. Scheduling is arranged upon applying through Clinician Nexus.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Sabrina Tapia at STapia@ruhealth.org.
The Application Process
The Psychiatry Residency Program at RUHS is ACGME accredited. Programs will not discriminate with regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected status.
Applications are only accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). All residency positions are filled through the National Residency Match Program (NRMP).
To be eligible, applicants must be either a United States citizen or permanent resident. We currently do not sponsor visas.
Salary
Base salaries as of July 1, 2024
Residents are paid biweekly for 26 pay periods per year. Direct deposit is available.
Benefits
Benefits are subject to County of Riverside benefit plans and policies and may be modified by RUHS.
Lump sum educational allowance plus 5 CME days off per year.
Comprehensive health insurance at no charge. Family coverage available at the premium difference.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance plus life insurance coverage provided.
15 days paid vacation, 5 days paid conference time, and all county holidays per academic year.
Worker's compensation insurance and counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program.
Lab coats and scrubs at no cost. Meals provided in the RUHS cafeteria while on 24-hour call ($16.50/day allowance).
Call rooms with toilet and shower facilities available while on call. RUHS does not provide residential housing.
Prospective Residents
To be eligible for appointment at RUHS, applicants must be US citizens, permanent residents, or under J-1 visa sponsorship. RUHS is able to sponsor J-1 visas.
Applications are accepted only through ERAS. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit early prior to mid-October when interviews begin. Virtual interviews are held in October, November, and December. We also hold an in-person open house, a second look day, and multiple virtual meet and greets throughout interview season.
Minimum Application Documents
Required prior to being placed on a rank list or offered a pre-match position:
- Application
- Curriculum vitae
- Medical school transcript
- Dean's letter or MSPE
- Three letters of reference from physicians
- Photograph taken within the last six months
- USMLE or COMLEX transcripts, as applicable
- Personal statement
- Translation required for any non-English documents
International Medical Graduates
Graduates from outside the United States must also provide:
- Current ECFMG Certificate
- Current California Post-doctoral Training Approval Letter or California Medical License
Post-Match Appointment Documents
Required prior to start of program:
- Official medical school transcript with degree date
- Copy of medical school diploma
- Copy of social security card
- Copy of current driver's license
- Copy of permanent resident card
- Copy of current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Proof of name change if documents have different names
- Translation required for any non-English documents
All pre-employment requirements including a physical and Department of Justice background check must be completed prior to appointment. Failure to comply results in automatic withdrawal from the program.
Getting Here
Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Local Hotels
Our Community
Located just under an hour from Los Angeles, Orange County beaches, and Disneyland, about 90 minutes from San Diego, and an hour from the San Bernardino Mountains. The area features lively communities like Downtown Riverside and Palm Springs.
Riverside County is home to a diverse population of 2.4 million people in one of the fastest growing regions in the country, with a median age under 38. Prominent educational institutions, a vibrant business community, and affordable housing make Riverside County a highly desirable place to live and work.
The structure of this training experience offers our resident psychiatrists ample opportunity to learn while making a positive, rewarding impact within our community.
