Cardiovascular Surgery Locum Opportunity in California

We are seeking a Board-Certified Cardiovascular Surgeon or highly experienced First Assist for a surgical-only engagement in Modesto, California. This role is strictly procedural, focused on assisting our CVT surgeons with heart cases in a dedicated hospital environment.

??Position Overview.

• Start Date: March 11, 2026
• Coverage Type: Clinic Only (Surgical First Assist)
• Location: Modesto, CA
• Schedule: Monday – Sunday (7 days available)
• Shift Times: 8-hour shifts

Clinical Scope & Responsibilities

• Primary Role: Act as the 1st Assist to the CVT surgeon during heart cases.
• No Call / No Rounding: Once the surgical cases are complete, your shift is over.
• No Office Time: This position is 100% facility-based in the operating room.
• EMR: Athena (Practice) and Cerner (Hospital).

Candidate Requirements

• Certification: Board Certified (BC).
• Licensure: Active California (CA) Medical License.
• Skills: Expert-level proficiency in first-assisting for high-volume cardiac surgery programs.
• Credentialing: 60-day timeline.

Key Highlights

• Purely Procedural: Ideal for the surgeon who enjoys the OR environment without the administrative burden of clinic or rounding.
• Consistent Schedule: 8-hour daily shifts provide a predictable routine and excellent work-life balance for a surgical role.
• Long-Term Stability: An ongoing contract in a high-volume facility offers a stable and reliable income stream.