Working at Thoratec
Equal Opportunity Employment
Thoratec Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is based solely on individual merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We will also make all reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.
Benefits
Thoratec Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees:
- Competitive wages
- Vacation, holiday and sick pay
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Basic life and AD&D insurance
- 401K retirement savings plan with company matching
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Discounted access to fitness facilities
- Employee financial education
- Employee wellness education
Performance Management Program
Thoratec Corporation's Performance Management and Development (PMD) process is a global foundation for our people management and reward systems. Designed to help achieve business goals effectively and efficiently, our program creates a platform for employee development and "pay for performance" throughout the organization.
Making a Difference in Our Community
Thoratec Corporation is more than just a place to work. Here are just some of the ways that we give back to our community through support and education.
Quarterly Blood Drive
This year Thoratec is introducing quarterly blood drives in one of many efforts to give back to the surrounding community. Every 3 seconds someone needs blood; 60% of the United States population is eligible to donate, but only 5% do on a yearly basis. We want to help change that trend and make a difference in the community that has supported us in our mission to provide top-notch products to our customers.
American Heart Association
The American Heart Walk is the American Heart Association's largest fund-raiser in support of cardiovascular and stroke research which is the #1 killer of men and women, and the #1 birth defect in children. Thoratec Corporation has been a proud sponsor and participant since 2001 raising funds through company wide events and employee involvement.
Heart Hope
As part of the company's ongoing effort to educate patients and families dealing with and surviving heart failure, Thoratec developed and launched www.hearthope.com. The site features care and support tips, questions to ask physicians, symptoms, types of heart failure and a self-assessment test, which can suggest possible treatment options and physicians in their area.