Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician
Overview
- Location
- Modesto, California
- Schedule
- Monday–Friday scheduled OR time · 1:3 call schedule
- Practice
- Multi-specialty group · Hospital
Role summary
Full-time employed Cardiothoracic Surgery position at a 465-bed hospital with 80% inpatient and 20% outpatient mix. The role includes 1:3 call, Monday–Friday OR schedule, advanced surgical technology, dedicated PA and nursing support, and competitive salary between $501,269 and $862,238 annually.
What the posting highlights
- Care setting: 80% inpatient / 20% outpatient
- APP collaboration or supervision is noted
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Compensation
Employer
Tenet Healthcare
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Multi-specialty group
- Facility type
- Hospital
- Beds
- 465
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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Questions to ask the employer
- Is $501,269–$862,238 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
- The posted range is wide — what specifically places a candidate at the top versus the bottom of it?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Schedule
- Monday–Friday scheduled OR time
- Call burden
- 1:3 call schedule
- Inpatient / outpatient
- 80% inpatient / 20% outpatient
- Admin burden
- low administrative burden
- FTE
- 1
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Official employer source
- First seen
- 2 mo ago
- Last verified
- today
- Extraction confidence
- 90%
Full description
Why Join Us
Doctors Medical Center is a 465-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital in the heart of California's Central Valley, offering a rare combination of advanced surgical technology and a collegial, mission-driven environment. As part of Central Valley Doctors Health System Physician Group's growing multi-specialty group, you'll step into a fully supported cardiothoracic program with an active TAVR program, ECMO capabilities, and a hybrid OR — everything you need to practice at the highest level. This is a full-time employed opportunity designed for a surgeon who wants to lead complex cases without the administrative burden of private practice. If you're looking for clinical excellence, work-life balance, and a place to build something lasting, Modesto is ready for you.
Position Highlights
- Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery — full-time, employed position
- Practice Mix: 80% inpatient / 20% outpatient
- Call Schedule: 1:3
- OR Access: Monday–Friday scheduled OR time
- Facility: 465-bed multi-specialty hospital with 15 OR rooms, 1 Hybrid Room, and 3 Xi Da Vinci robotic systems
- Advanced Capabilities: Active TAVR program, ECMO, 5 Cath Labs, 1 EP Lab with 2022 FDA-approved Insight X System and Medtronic Cryoablation
- ICU Support: 44 total ICU beds across 4 dedicated units (ICU, SICU, CVICU, NCCU)
- Team Support: CV PAs, RNFAs, and dedicated cardiac nursing teams
What We Offer
- Competitive employed compensation: $501,269 – $862,238
- Access to specialized equipment including Hybrid OR, Xi Da Vinci robotic systems, and dedicated cardiac cath and EP labs
- Dedicated CV PAs, RNFAs, and specialized nursing support teams
- Integration into a large, established multi-specialty group
- 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
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- California licensed or eligible to obtain California licensure
Why Modesto
Modesto sits at the crossroads of Northern California, perfectly positioned halfway between San Francisco and Yosemite National Park — giving you world-class urban culture and Sierra Nevada adventure all within easy reach. The city punches above its weight with a thriving live music scene ranked #1 among "America's Hidden Gems," a dynamic food culture driven by the region's legendary agricultural bounty, and a growing arts community that brings international muralists downtown every year. Cost of living remains significantly lower than the Bay Area, stretching your compensation further while keeping you close to some of California's most breathtaking outdoor recreation. With top-rated regional schools, family-friendly events year-round, and a genuine community feel, Modesto is a place where physicians put down roots — and don't look back.