Cardiothoracic Surgeon - New Graduate Opportunity in Visalia, CA!

Job DescriptionCardiothoracic Surgery Residency Graduate OpportunityBelow covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.Launch Your Career, Build Your Legacy, and Lead the Future of Cardiac CareAbout the OpportunityBegin your cardiothoracic surgery career with an established and highly respected surgical team at Kaweah Health Medical Center. Join a collaborative group of three experienced cardiothoracic surgeons with more than 30 years of combined experience serving a growing regional population.This opportunity is specifically designed for graduating residents and fellows seeking mentorship, advanced clinical exposure, and the ability to make an immediate impact within a thriving cardiac surgery program. You will enter an environment where surgical volume, infrastructure, and multidisciplinary support are already established, allowing you to focus on clinical excellence, professional development, and long-term career growth.CompensationAnnual Salary: $600,000-$700,000Additional incentives include:Sign-on bonusRelocation assistanceStudent loan repayment opportunitiesComprehensive health, dental, and vision coverageRetirement benefitsMalpractice insurance coverageCME allowance and professional development supportGenerous paid time offExclusive on-site childcare programProgram HighlightsAdvanced Cardiac Surgery ProgramECMO and Impella capabilitiesStructural Heart Program including TAVR and MitraClip267 STS heart cases annually100 thoracic cases annuallyDedicated cardiac anesthesia team with advanced TEE expertiseExperienced perfusionists and highly skilled cardiovascular surgical staffAdvanced endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting techniquesState-of-the-Art FacilitiesTwo dedicated cardiovascular operating roomsHybrid operating suiteDedicated vascular suiteFive cardiac catheterization laboratories20-bed CVICU and step-down unit24-bed telemetry unitAdditional fast-track cardiac surgery unit opening soon24/7 intensivist coverageCollaborative Practice EnvironmentShared 1:3 call scheduleCollegial and experienced surgical partnersStrong multidisciplinary support teamEstablished infrastructure that allows physicians to focus on patient care and program developmentBuilt-In Referral Network17 referring cardiologistsMore than 1,000 PCI procedures annuallyService area exceeding 600,000 residents across two countiesOnly cardiac surgery program in the regionHospital ExcellenceKaweah Health Medical Center is the largest healthcare system in Tulare County and the only hospital serving Visalia, creating a unique opportunity to make a meaningful regional impact.Highlights include:613 licensed beds across an eight-campus health systemLevel III Trauma CenterCertified Stroke CenterTop 5% nationwide for cardiac surgery outcomes by HealthgradesRecognized by U.S. News & World Report among the nation's leading hospitalsMoody's A3 financial ratingJoint Commission accreditationMore than 100,000 emergency department visits annuallyStreamlined STEMI and myocardial infarction protocolsAffiliation with Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular InstituteLeadership & Growth OpportunitiesThis position offers the opportunity to:Help drive the continued expansion of cardiac surgery servicesCollaborate with hospital and cardiovascular leadershipParticipate in quality improvement initiativesSupport strategic growth of the cardiovascular service lineMentor residents and future physicians within an academic environmentLeave a lasting impact on cardiovascular care throughout the regionAcademic EnvironmentKaweah Health supports physician engagement through six accredited residency programs:AnesthesiologyFamily MedicineEmergency MedicinePsychiatryGeneral SurgeryTransitional YearPhysicians interested in teaching, mentorship, and academic collaboration will find meaningful opportunities throughout the organization.Living in Visalia, California Visalia offers a rare combination of professional opportunity and exceptional quality of life.Community HighlightsGateway to Sequoia National ParkMinutes from Kings Canyon National ParkEasy access to Yosemite National ParkConvenient travel to San Francisco and Los AngelesClose proximity to Monterey, Morro Bay, and Pismo BeachAffordable housing compared to many California marketsFamily-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schoolsMinimal commute timesVibrant downtown dining, shopping, and entertainmentQualificationsBoard Certified in Cardiothoracic SurgeryActive California medical license or ability to obtain licensureMinimum of five (5) years of post-fellowship cardiothoracic surgery experience in an independent practice settingDemonstrated expertise in adult cardiac surgery and thoracic proceduresProven commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and quality outcomesExperience contributing to program growth and multidisciplinary team leadershipStrong communication and collaborative leadership skillsVisa sponsorship is not available.Why Kaweah Health?This is a rare opportunity for an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon to join a high-performing cardiac surgery program with immediate surgical volume, advanced technology, a robust referral network, and significant long-term growth potential. xhyhwjd At Kaweah Health, you are not simply joining an established program—you are helping define its future.