About this opportunity
KAWEAH HEALTH lists this Surgery - Thoracic Physician opportunity in visalia, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Graduate Opportunity
Launch Your Career, Build Your Legacy, and Lead the Future of Cardiac Care
About the Opportunity
Begin 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.
Compensation
Annual Salary: $600,000-$700,000
Additional incentives include:
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Student loan repayment opportunities
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement benefits
Malpractice insurance coverage
CME allowance and professional development support
Generous paid time off
Exclusive on-site childcare program
Program Highlights
Advanced Cardiac Surgery Program
ECMO and Impella capabilities
Structural Heart Program including TAVR and MitraClip
267 STS heart cases annually
100 thoracic cases annually
Dedicated cardiac anesthesia team with advanced TEE expertise
Experienced perfusionists and highly skilled cardiovascular surgical staff
Advanced endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting techniques
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Two dedicated cardiovascular operating rooms
Hybrid operating suite
Dedicated vascular suite
Five cardiac catheterization laboratories
20-bed CVICU and step-down unit
24-bed telemetry unit
Additional fast-track cardiac surgery unit opening soon
24/7 intensivist coverage
Collaborative Practice Environment
Shared 1:3 call schedule
Collegial and experienced surgical partners
Strong multidisciplinary support team
Established infrastructure that allows physicians to focus on patient care and program development
Built-In Referral Network
17 referring cardiologists
More than 1,000 PCI procedures annually
Service area exceeding 600,000 residents across two counties
Only cardiac surgery program in the region
Hospital Excellence
Kaweah 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 system
Level III Trauma Center
Certified Stroke Center
Top 5% nationwide for cardiac surgery outcomes by Healthgrades
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the nation's leading hospitals
Moody's A3 financial rating
Joint Commission accreditation
More than 100,000 emergency department visits annually
Streamlined STEMI and myocardial infarction protocols
Affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
Leadership & Growth Opportunities
This position offers the opportunity to:
Help drive the continued expansion of cardiac surgery services
Collaborate with hospital and cardiovascular leadership
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Support strategic growth of the cardiovascular service line
Mentor residents and future physicians within an academic environment
Leave a lasting impact on cardiovascular care throughout the region
Academic Environment
Kaweah Health supports physician engagement through six accredited residency programs:
Anesthesiology
Family Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Psychiatry
General Surgery
Transitional Year
Physicians 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 Highlights
Gateway to Sequoia National Park
Minutes from Kings Canyon National Park
Easy access to Yosemite National Park
Convenient travel to San Francisco and Los Angeles
Close proximity to Monterey, Morro Bay, and Pismo Beach
Affordable housing compared to many California markets
Family-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schools
Minimal commute times
Vibrant downtown dining, shopping, and entertainment
Qualifications
Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Active California medical license or ability to obtain licensure
Minimum of five (5) years of post-fellowship cardiothoracic surgery experience in an independent practice setting
Demonstrated expertise in adult cardiac surgery and thoracic procedures
Proven commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and quality outcomes
Experience contributing to program growth and multidisciplinary team leadership
Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills
Visa 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.
At Kaweah Health, you are not simply joining an established program you are helping define its future.
Worksite address
visalia, CA, 93291, US
Who can apply
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