Central Valley Doctors Health System Physician Group invites a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist to join their established and growing team at Doctors Medical Center, a 465-bed regional referral center. This full-time, employed position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity program with cutting-edge technology, including an active TAVR program, ECMO capabilities, and a hybrid OR. The role emphasizes collaborative, team-based care, supported by advanced resources and dedicated staff, allowing focus on delivering exceptional surgical care.
Practice Info
- Full-time, employed position with Central Valley Doctors Health System Physician Group
- Primarily inpatient-focused with some outpatient follow-up
- Work within a state-of-the-art surgical environment featuring a Hybrid OR and Xi Da Vinci robotic system (3 units on site)
- Active TAVR program and ECMO capabilities
- Dedicated cardiothoracic nursing teams, CV PAs, and RNFAs
- Collaborative team includes cardiothoracic surgeons, anesthesiology, perfusion, nursing, and ICU teams
Responsibilities
- Support open and minimally invasive cardiothoracic cases as a Surgical First Assist
- Participate in call aligned with the cardiothoracic surgery team
Compensation
- Compensation ranging from $600,000-$850,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- CME allowance
- Deferred compensation program
- Relocation assistance
Benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
Shift & Schedule
- Monday-Friday OR schedule, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
- Call participation aligned with the cardiothoracic surgery team
Requirements
- MD or DO degree required
- Completed surgical training with experience functioning as a first assist
- Prior cardiothoracic surgery experience strongly preferred
- Board eligible or board certified (or equivalent surgical board eligibility)
- California licensed or eligible to obtain licensure in California