Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician - First Assist
About The Position
Central Valley Doctors Health System Physician Group invites you to join an established and growing cardiothoracic surgery team at Doctors Medical Center — a 465-bed, Joint Commission-accredited regional referral center in the heart of California's Central Valley. You'll work alongside experienced cardiothoracic surgeons in a high-acuity program equipped with cutting-edge technology, including an active TAVR program, ECMO capabilities, and a hybrid OR. This is a collaborative, team-based environment where advanced resources and dedicated support staff allow you to focus on delivering exceptional surgical care. This is a full-time, employed position with Central Valley Doctors Health System Physician Group. The role is a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist role supporting open and minimally invasive cases, primarily inpatient-focused with some outpatient follow-up. The schedule is Monday–Friday OR, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with call participation aligned with the cardiothoracic surgery team. You will work within a state-of-the-art surgical environment featuring a Hybrid OR and Xi Da Vinci robotic system (3 units on site), an active TAVR program and ECMO capabilities, and dedicated cardiothoracic nursing teams, CV PAs, and RNFAs. The collaborative team includes cardiothoracic surgeons, anesthesiology, perfusion, nursing, and ICU teams. The facility is a certified STEMI Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center with 4 ICUs and 44 critical care beds.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree required
- Completed surgical training with experience functioning as a first assist
- Board eligible or board certified (or equivalent surgical board eligibility)
- California licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in California
Nice To Haves
- Prior cardiothoracic surgery experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist role supporting open and minimally invasive cases
- Primarily inpatient-focused with some outpatient follow-up
- Monday–Friday OR schedule
- Call participation aligned with the cardiothoracic surgery team
Benefits
- CME allowance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Deferred compensation program
- Relocation assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
