Staff Physician, Cardiac Surgery

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 480,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic health system in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Physician specializing in cardiac surgery. The role involves contributing to surgical procedures and organ procurement within a highly collaborative environment. Applicants should be board-certified with significant experience. This position enables interaction with top physicians and offers rewarding experiences. Join a pioneering team focused on advanced cardiac care and education in a highly innovative practice environment.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Cardiac Surgery.
• Strong operative experience in thoracic organ procurement and complex surgical procedures.
• Interest in surgical support and resident education.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to advanced cardiac care and transplantation programs.
• Assist in surgeries and organ procurement.
• Educate residents in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Board-certified Cardiac Surgeon

Collaborative team player

Education

MD/DO

Board-certified Cardiac Surgery

Job description

Description

UCLA Health is seeking a board-certified Cardiac Surgeon to join our Heart & Lung Transplantation and Cardiac Surgery Programs as a Senior Physician focusing on thoracic organ procurement and first assisting in surgery. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a highly specialized, mission-driven program supporting advanced cardiac care, including transplantation and complex surgical procedures. The position is designed for surgeons with strong operative experience who are interested in a collaborative role focused on organ procurement, surgical support, and resident education—within one of the nation’s leading academic health systems.

At UCLA Health you can:

• Utilize your advanced surgical skills in a high-acuity, collaborative environment
• Collaborate with some of the world’s top physicians and researchers at the David Geffen School of Medicine
• Work within a highly-innovative practice environment, including Epic Systems
• Discover tremendous professional rewards with one of Forbes’ “Best In-State Employers