Surgeon Job at PIH Health in Whittier, CA

At PIH Health, we provide cutting edge compassionate care. We have a talented team who is proud to be making a positive impact on the lives of our patients each and every day. We are growing fast and looking to have an enthusiastic General Surgery Physician join our team.

  Why You'll Love it at PIH Heath:

• Award-Winning Organization: Work for one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals—join the champions of healthcare excellence.

• Collaborative Network: Partner with over 500 employed physicians and advanced practice providers within our integrated medical foundation.

• Team-Oriented Environment: Collaborate with a vibrant multidisciplinary team that includes nurses, physician assistants, dieticians, surgeons, pathologists, and pharmacists.

• Unified EMR System: Enjoy seamless coordination of care through a single EMR across the PIH Health network.

• Specialty Support: Work alongside dedicated specialty surgeons and a strong clinical support team.

• Competitive Compensation: Guaranteed salary (DOE), productivity incentives, comprehensive benefits, and malpractice coverage.

• Professional Growth: Access to loan repayment programs and eligibility for shareholder benefits after two years of service.

About the Area:We are in a thriving city located in Whittier, offering a vibrant mix of suburban living with easy access to all the cultural, entertainment, and recreational opportunities that Southern California has to offer. Enjoy convenient proximity to major freeways, making it easy to reach downtown LA, Long Beach, Orange County and surrounding areas. The area offers a variety of housing options, excellent schools, and numerous parks and recreational spaces, making it an ideal place to live and work for professionals and families alike.

Why PIH Health?

PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 93 outpatient medical offices, six Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 400 physicians and mid-level providers. Our organization is home to more than 7,500 compassionate and dedicated employees. PIH Health has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals, a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional care to our community.  

Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values.

EOE M/F/D/V

At PIH Health, you're not just another staff member- your part of a close-knit, dedicated family committed to providing exceptional care. If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and join a team that truly values you, we'd love to have you on board.

POSITION SUMMARY

The General Surgeon coordinates a course of treatment for patients with a variety of surgical issues while working with an inter-disciplinary team of nurses, anesthesiologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, dieticians, hospitalists, radiologists, pathologists and pharmacists. The General Surgeon will perform surgical procedures to prevent or correct injury, disease, deformities and patient function while adhering to regulatory and ethical protocols. The General Surgeon will oversee all treatment prior to and post-surgery and identify associated risks.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated expertise in General Surgery: assessment, intervention, and patient care management. Knowledgeable regarding a General Surgeon scope of practice
• Demonstrated experience in performing surgical procedures to address various medical needs for their patients
• Experience in the interpretation of radiological exams including x-ray, MRI, CT, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and conflict resolution abilities
• Independent performer

  Required Experience:

• Current California Medical license
• Graduate from an accredited Medical School
• Graduate from an accredited General Surgery program
• Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements
• Board Certified or Eligible from the American Board of General Surgery