Cardiac Anesthesiologists Needed in Central California!

A remarkable opportunity awaits Cardiac Anesthesiologists seeking a fulfilling and impactful career! We are delighted to share that Kaweah Health, in proud partnership with Stanford, is actively seeking a Full Time Cardiac Anesthesiologist to join our esteemed team in Visalia, CA. Elevate your expertise and be part of a collaborative healthcare journey that sets new standards in excellence.

Position Title: Full-Time Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Visa Sponsorship not available. 

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Routinely provide anesthesia coverage in the following locations:
  o Cardiac Surgery
  o Thoracic Surgery
  o Vascular Surgery
  o Structural Heart/Cath Lab
•  Possibly provide anesthesia coverage in the following locations:
  o General Surgery
  o Orthopedic Surgery
  o Podiatric Surgery
  o Ophthalmological Surgery
  o Gynecological Surgery
  o Plastic Surgery
  o Urological Surgery
  o Trauma Surgery
  o Labor and Delivery Anesthesia
• A mix of resident supervision and independent practice
• 8-hour shifts on non-call days
• Home call shifts for cardiac only approximately 1:3 weekdays and every 3rd weekend
• Non-Clinical days available for Core Faculty Staff

Requirements:

• ABA Board Certification or Eligibility; current ACLS, BLS, PALS
• Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship
• Certified in Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography
• Active CA license
• Interest in teaching and residency education

Compensation:

• 1099 Independent Contractor status
• $2600 per guaranteed 8-hour shift with hourly compensation after 8 hours
• Weekday and Weekend call stipend
• 40 hours per week with 6 weeks of vacation for an estimated $700k annual compensation
• Flexible scheduling to allow for a desirable work-life balance.
• Potential to earn more by covering additional shifts.
• Up to $30k sign-on bonus with a 3-year full-time retention
• Up to $100k student loan forgiveness with a 4-year full-time retention
• Relocation assistance
• All compensation subject to market rate adjustment on an annual basis
• Opportunity for a separate faculty/core faculty contract with GME

Education:
Kaweah Health is home to six (6) residency programs: Anesthesiology, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine,
Psychiatry, General Surgery, and Transitional Year as well as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship.

Anesthesiology Residency:

• Four residents per class.
• Residents take in-house call every 24 hours.
• For those interested in a role beyond clinical teaching, faculty positions within the GME are
  available. (Separate contract provided by the GME office)
• Coaching on working with residents provided to all incoming anesthesiologists
• Medical Students and Emergency Medicine residents also rotate with the service.

Living in Visalia:
Visalia sits 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, approximately 3 hours from each, it is known for its agriculture, it's delicious dining, and its warm and welcoming small-town charm.

Visalia offers a unique combination of affordable housing, easy commute to work, a family-friendly community, and economic opportunity. There is an average of 275 sunny days a year. In the summer, temperatures range from the upper 90s, during the daytime and drop to the low 80s in the evening. Winters are mild with average temps in the early mornings and evenings in the low 40s and, during the daytime, in the upper 50s.

In addition to a central location and beautiful California weather, there is also a wide array of local activities to enjoy. Boating, fishing, and skiing are all nearby.

Please Contact Practice Manager Krista Brown at 559?909?4011 (cell) or kfredric@kaweahhealth.org (email)

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