Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed in Central California - Affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute

Kaweah Health

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Physician Recruitment

• Sign on Bonus: $50,000
• Relocation Assistance - up to $15,000
• Student Loan Forgiveness - $100,000
• Competitive Salary!
• Strong CABG program since 1996
• Performed 281 heart cases, 90 thoracic and 75 TAVR procedures in 2023
• State of the art facilities – 2 CVORs, 1 hybrid suite, 1 endovascular suite, 5 cath labs
• Excellent perfusionists, support staff and cardiac anesthesiologists; cardiac anesthesiologists perform TEE
• RNFA First Assistants – perform endoscopic vein harvesting and radial artery harvesting
• 20 bed CVICU, 24 bed step down unit, 24 bed telemetry unit
• 24/7 Intensivist coverage
• Full-time APP coverage in the hospital dedicated solely to cardiothoracic surgery patients
• Nursing staff is experienced; conduct daily team rounds with nursing, ICU attending, pharmacy and APPs
• Looking to expand – surgeons and hospital are committed to developing surgical practice tailored to the surgeon
• Interest in thoracic is appreciated – looking to develop a robotic thoracic program
• Call and cases will be shared evenly amongst the surgeons; surgical backup and mentorship is available for newer surgeons
• Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic is one block from hospital; staffed with Specialty Practice Manager and Medical Assistants
• Strong community physician referral base
• Service area covers 2 counties – 600,000+ population
• Affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute

Visalia, CA is Visalia, CA is the heart of the Central Valley, and is referred to as the Gateway to the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. We are conveniently located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, 3 hours' distance from each location. Also, in between our local beaches of the coast (Pismo/Monterey/Morro Bay, etc...), and prominent land masses, such as the Giant Sequoias (the largest trees in the world), Yosemite Park, Hiking Trails, lakes, and camping grounds. In addition, you have the ability to enjoy 4 seasons, delicious dining, numerous options for entertainment, a thriving downtown strip, and multiple avenues for retail, excellent education & extracurricular activities; all within the central valley!

Visalia offers the unique combination of affordable housing (one of the lowest in the state of California), and an easy commute to work, a safe & family-friendly community, and economic opportunity. Visalia is truly a hidden gem.

KAWEAH HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER is the largest hospital in Tulare County and the only hospital in Visalia. We offer a variety of services including comprehensive cardiac care, open heart surgery, neurosurgery, minimally invasive operations, and more. 

• Service area covers Tulare and Kings counties – 600k+ population
• 613-Beds; Level III Trauma Center and Stroke Center
• 5k deliveries annually; Valley Children’s provides NICU and Pediatric inpatient coverage
• 74-Bed ED with 95k+ visits annually
• Opportunity to care for a large underserved population
• Affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Heart and Vascular Institute
• Other Honors & Accreditations

Graduate Medical Education - Kaweah Delta is home to 6 residency programs: Anesthesia, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, General Surgery, and Transitional Year.

Visalia, CA is located in the heart of the Central Valley and is referred to as the Gateway to the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Conveniently located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Visalia is known for its rich agriculture, delicious dining, and its warm and welcoming small town charm. Visalia offers the unique combination of affordable housing, easy commute to work, a family friendly community and economic opportunity.

There are an average of 275 sunny days per year in Visalia! In the summer, temperatures range from the upper 90's during the daytime and drop to the low 80's in the evening. Our winter climate is mild. The average temperature in the early mornings and evenings is in the low 40's and during the daytime in the upper 50's.

In addition to our central location and California weather, there are also a wide-array of activities locally that you'll have easy access to enjoy. There are several lakes, two major rivers and reservoirs for fishing and boating. Three major ski resorts also are nearby, offering some of California's best downhill and cross-country skiing.

For more information about Visalia, please visit the links below.
City of Visalia
Visit Visalia
Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Visalia
Tulare County Symphony
Arts Visalia
Imagine U Museum