Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Description

 We are seeking a licensed Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 10-day locum tenens assignment at a Multi-Specialty Clinic in Virginia. Starting 06/02/2025, this role requires expertise in adult cardiac surgery and general thoracic surgery. The surgeon will work Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm in clinic and OR, with 24-hour call coverage. Key responsibilities include performing a wide range of procedures such as coronary artery bypass grafts, aortic surgeries, heart valve repairs/replacements, and thoracic endoscopies. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery program using the Epic electronic health record system, with potential for extension.

Job Details:

Location: Virginia

Facility Type: Multi-Specialty Clinic

Start Date: 06/02/2025

LOA: 10 days

Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm clinic/OR & 24hr call

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform adult cardiac surgeries, including CABG and redo coronary revascularization

• Conduct aortic surgeries, including descending aortic aneurysm repairs

• Execute heart valve repair and replacement procedures

• Carry out general thoracic surgeries, including lung resections and pneumonectomy

• Perform flexible and rigid bronchoscopies • Conduct chest wall resections and reconstructions

• Manage mediastinal surgeries • Perform thoracotomies and tube thoracostomies

• Execute arterial revascularization using various grafts

• Conduct pericardial window procedures

• Perform CoreValve® System heart valve replacements

• Utilize Epic electronic health record system for documentation

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams

• Provide pre- and post-operative care for cardiothoracic patients

• Participate in on-call duties as scheduled

• Ensure adherence to best practices in cardiothoracic surgery

• Adapt to the specific needs of a multi-specialty clinic setting

Additional Information:

• Experience in both adult cardiac and general thoracic surgery is essential

• Comfort with a wide range of complex cardiothoracic procedures

• Strong clinical decision-making skills in high-risk situations

• Excellent communication abilities for interdisciplinary collaboration

• Flexibility to handle diverse surgical cases and emergency situations

• Willingness to provide 24-hour call coverage as needed

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Benefits:

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.