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Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician - First Assist

modesto, CA

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Job Summary

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 will 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.

Position Highlights

Full‑time, employed position with Central Valley Doctors Health System Physician Group

Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist role supporting open and minimally invasive cases

Primarily inpatient‑focused with some outpatient follow‑up

Monday–Friday OR schedule, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Call participation aligned with the cardiothoracic surgery team

Work within a state‑of‑the‑art surgical environment featuring:

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

Facility is a certified STEMI Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center with 4 ICUs and 44 critical‑care beds

What We Offer

Compensation ranging from $600,000–$850,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

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

Candidate 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

Why Modesto

Modesto sits at the heart of California’s Central Valley, offering a lower cost of living than coastal metros without sacrificing access to world‑class destinations such as Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, and San Francisco – all within a two‑hour drive. The city boasts a warm, family‑friendly community with well‑regarded schools, a growing arts and dining scene, and a strong agricultural heritage that feeds some of the best farm‑to‑table cuisine in the state. Affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a tight‑knit professional community make Modesto an increasingly attractive choice for physicians seeking balance between career and lifestyle.

Organization Description

Doctors Medical Center (DMC), part of the Central Valley Doctors Health System, is the largest full‑care hospital between Stockton and Fresno, and from the Sierras to the San Francisco Bay Area. With 394 general acute‑care beds and 67 inpatient psychiatric capacity, DMC offers a wide range of services including cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, emergency and trauma services, minimally‑invasive and robotic surgery, women and children’s services, medical/surgical, behavioral health, oncology, and critical/intensive care.

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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modesto, CA, 95351, US

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