PIH Health
Position Overview
PIH Health is seeking a
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
to join our established, high-performing team in Whittier, California. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a well-supported, collaborative program with a strong clinical reputation and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Position Highlights
Comprehensive Surgical Practice: Engage in a wide variety of high-acuity cardiac and thoracic procedures, including CABG, TAVR, AVR, MVR, Bentall procedures, LVAD/RVAD implantation, lobectomy, thoracotomy, thoracic aortic surgery, and procedures for pulmonary infections.
Robotics and MIS: Opportunities to perform minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgeries with access to the latest technology.
Team-Based Model: Work alongside highly skilled surgeons and experienced PAs who perform endoscopic vein harvesting and assist in surgical and post-operative care.
Manageable Call & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a very manageable call rotation supported by a large, collaborative team. Our structure allows for true work-life balance without sacrificing surgical volume or complexity.
Supportive Infrastructure: Strong administrative and clinical support ensures you can focus on providing outstanding care without becoming overwhelmed or burned out.
Mentorship and Growth: Join a group with 10+ year tenured surgeons who are committed to clinical excellence and mentoring new team members.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Guaranteed salary, comprehensive benefits package, retirement plans, malpractice coverage, and opportunity for shareholder status after two years.
Why You’ll Love the Area The area offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. Nestled just a short drive from both Los Angeles and Orange Counties, it provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Its central location means you can enjoy a morning hike in the mountains, relax on the beach, or spend a day at Disneyland. With a friendly community, great schools, and a variety of parks and outdoor activities, Whittier is an ideal place to live, work, and play.
Why PIH Health PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, seven Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians and mid-level providers. Offering a comprehensive range of services, including hospice care, PIH Health focuses on patient well-being and comfort. The organization has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals.
EOE Statement EOE M/F/D/V
Required Skills
Demonstrated expertise in heart and lung diagnoses, assessment, intervention, and patient care management. Knowledgeable regarding adult cardiothoracic surgeon scope of practice.
Experience performing and interpreting CABG, valve repair or replacement, pacemakers, repair of type A dissections, TEVAR procedures, adult congenital cardiac repair, thoracic oncology, mediastinoscopies, chamberlain procedures, lung resections via VATS, and esophageal surgery.
Demonstrated experience with minimally invasive surgery is preferred.
Preferred training in Cardiothoracic Surgery of at least six to eight years.
Fellow or certification from the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, and conflict resolution abilities.
Required Experience
MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
California medical license (or eligibility to obtain).
Robotic experience or interest in developing robotic skillset is a plus.
Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care.
Compensation & Hours Salary: $593,000.00 – $850,000.00. Shift: Days.
Professional and Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full-time.
Job function: Health Care Provider.
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care.
Job location: 12401 Washington Blvd., Whittier, CA.
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon
to join our established, high-performing team in Whittier, California. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a well-supported, collaborative program with a strong clinical reputation and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Position Highlights
Comprehensive Surgical Practice: Engage in a wide variety of high-acuity cardiac and thoracic procedures, including CABG, TAVR, AVR, MVR, Bentall procedures, LVAD/RVAD implantation, lobectomy, thoracotomy, thoracic aortic surgery, and procedures for pulmonary infections.
Robotics and MIS: Opportunities to perform minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgeries with access to the latest technology.
Team-Based Model: Work alongside highly skilled surgeons and experienced PAs who perform endoscopic vein harvesting and assist in surgical and post-operative care.
Manageable Call & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a very manageable call rotation supported by a large, collaborative team. Our structure allows for true work-life balance without sacrificing surgical volume or complexity.
Supportive Infrastructure: Strong administrative and clinical support ensures you can focus on providing outstanding care without becoming overwhelmed or burned out.
Mentorship and Growth: Join a group with 10+ year tenured surgeons who are committed to clinical excellence and mentoring new team members.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Guaranteed salary, comprehensive benefits package, retirement plans, malpractice coverage, and opportunity for shareholder status after two years.
Why You’ll Love the Area The area offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. Nestled just a short drive from both Los Angeles and Orange Counties, it provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Its central location means you can enjoy a morning hike in the mountains, relax on the beach, or spend a day at Disneyland. With a friendly community, great schools, and a variety of parks and outdoor activities, Whittier is an ideal place to live, work, and play.
Why PIH Health PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, seven Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians and mid-level providers. Offering a comprehensive range of services, including hospice care, PIH Health focuses on patient well-being and comfort. The organization has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals.
EOE Statement EOE M/F/D/V
Required Skills
Demonstrated expertise in heart and lung diagnoses, assessment, intervention, and patient care management. Knowledgeable regarding adult cardiothoracic surgeon scope of practice.
Experience performing and interpreting CABG, valve repair or replacement, pacemakers, repair of type A dissections, TEVAR procedures, adult congenital cardiac repair, thoracic oncology, mediastinoscopies, chamberlain procedures, lung resections via VATS, and esophageal surgery.
Demonstrated experience with minimally invasive surgery is preferred.
Preferred training in Cardiothoracic Surgery of at least six to eight years.
Fellow or certification from the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, and conflict resolution abilities.
Required Experience
MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
California medical license (or eligibility to obtain).
Robotic experience or interest in developing robotic skillset is a plus.
Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care.
Compensation & Hours Salary: $593,000.00 – $850,000.00. Shift: Days.
Professional and Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full-time.
Job function: Health Care Provider.
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care.
Job location: 12401 Washington Blvd., Whittier, CA.
Additional Information Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at PIH Health by 2x.
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