Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; Santa Maria, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Retirement matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Central Coast Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates is seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our private practice serving the San Luis Obispo & Santa Maria area. The role focuses on cardiac and general thoracic surgery within a collaborative, well-established team.

We offer a guaranteed salary model with comprehensive benefits, including malpractice coverage, retirement matching, and health insurance, supporting work-life balance in a thriving Central Coast community.

Qualifications

• Essential proficiencies in adult cardiac and thoracic surgery.
• Excellent technical abilities and professionalism.
• A strong team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform adult cardiac and thoracic surgery procedures.
• Cover ER consults as needed.
• Share on-call duties with a 1:4 frequency.
• Operate in 2 dedicated ORs for CT Surgery.

Skills

Adult cardiac surgery

Thoracic surgery

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Location:San Luis Obispo & Santa Maria, CA

Practice:Central Coast Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates

Target Start Date:Interviewing now; flexible starting date

About the Practice

Central Coast Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates is a private practice known for its collaborative and well-established culture. We pride ourselves on our cohesive practice group, excellent referral network, and well-established programs that provide our surgeons with a strong work-life balance.

The Role

We are currently seeking a skilled and team-oriented Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our practice. In this role, your clinical focus will be on Cardiac Surgery and General Thoracic Surgery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform required adult cardiac and thoracic surgery procedures
• Cover ER consults as needed
• Share on-call duties with a 1:4 frequency
• Operate in 2 dedicated ORs for CT Surgery

Qualifications

• Essential proficiencies in adult cardiac and thoracic surgery
• Excellent technical abilities and professionalism
• A strong team-oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Guaranteed Salary model
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Malpractice coverage
  • Retirement matching
  • Health insurance

Location

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the rolling Central Coast hills, San Luis Obispo is consistently ranked among the happiest and most livable cities in America. The region offers coastal beaches, scenic hiking trails, and world-class wineries, all within minutes of home. Enjoy excellent schools, a vibrant arts scene, and a relaxed pace of life that makes it easy to balance career and family. With sunshine nearly every day of the year, you’ll find the perfect setting for both professional and personal fulfillment.