Cardiothoracic Surgeon
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- Employment Type: Full Time
- Department: Cardio Thoracic Surgery
- Hours/Pay Period: 80
The posted compensation range of $750,000 - $850,000 /year is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Job Details
Our multispecialty group, Dignity Health Medical Group – Stockton, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician to join our team in Stockton, California. If you’re eager to practice where collaboration meets compassion, we want to hear from you!
Practice Highlights:
- Legacy & Volume: Step into a highly active practice with a loyal patient base. You will help support the continuity of care for a premier cardiac program that has been the community benchmark for over five decades.
- Surgical Scope: This is a Cardiothoracic focused role. While the volume is primarily Cardiac, you will have the opportunity to perform a broad range of cases, supporting a team that values a "little bit of everything" approach.
- Team Structure: Join an established team of surgeons and a dedicated cardiac APP team that handles much of the daily rounding and inpatient consults.
- Call & Balance: Enjoy a highly sustainable call schedule. The team structure ensures a cardiac surgeon is always available for support, and emergent cardiac cases are typically scheduled for the following day, minimizing middle-of-the-night hospital requirements.
- Advanced Technology: Access to a da Vinci Xi robot (with a second D5 robot arriving in 2026), a brand-new LINAC for oncology collaboration, and E-BUS capabilities.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation: Salary Range: $750,000 - $850,000 per year.
- Competitive 2-year salary guarantee period.
- Excellent earning potential through productivity-based incentives following the guarantee.
- Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Full package including health insurance, retirement plans, CME allowance, and more.
- Collaborative Environment: Work in a "no-competition" zone with full support from a busy medical oncology group and an engaged intensivist team.
- Regional Reach: Serve as a regional referral center with a draw area spanning 6 - 8 counties.
Job Requirements
- Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA)
- A valid and unrestricted California medical license
- DEA Certification
- Team-Oriented: A strong desire to work within a collaborative model where surgeons support one another to ensure both patient safety and team work-life balance.
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Group – Stockton, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, is a dynamic and rapidly growing multi-specialty group, currently home to over 20 dedicated physicians and advanced practice providers. As part of Dignity Health, one of the largest and most respected health systems in the nation, we’re committed to delivering exceptional, compassionate care to our community. We are proud to be affiliated with St. Joseph’s Medical Center, a 360-bed regional hospital recognized for its advanced care and comprehensive services.
Dignity Health is a member of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC
About Stockton, CA: Located in California’s fertile Central Valley, Stockton is a vibrant, diverse city situated along the San Francisco Panhandle’s "Delta", a massive inland waterway. It offers a significantly more affordable cost of living than the nearby Bay Area while remaining just a short drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley, and Lake Tahoe. Stockton is home to the University of the Pacific, a professional symphony, and a thriving arts and culinary scene, making it an ideal location for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
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Success Profile
What makes a successful Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Foundation Physician Medical Group?
- Compassionate
- Trustworthy
- Proactive
- Collaborative
- Communicator
- Balanced
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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