A cardiothoracic surgery locum tenens position involving OR, clinic, and rounding responsibilities. The role requires prior cardiothoracic surgery experience and offers a Monday through Friday schedule with call coverage every other week. The position provides comprehensive support including licensing, malpractice, housing, and travel arrangements, along with competitive hourly compensation.

Responsibilities

• Perform approximately one case per day in the operating room, including procedures such as thoracentesis, chest tubes, and VATS.
• Manage a mix of OR, clinic, and rounding duties with a focus on adult patients and some pediatric referrals.
• Provide call coverage on a 1:3 basis, every other week.
• Utilize endoscopic vein harvest techniques using Maquet and Hemopro systems.
• Participate in preoperative and postoperative patient care and assessments.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Maintain compliance with credentialing and privileging requirements.
• Handle or assist with procedures like EVH (Endoscopic Vein Harvest).

Compensation

• Hourly rate ranging from $100.00 to $125.00, based on experience and qualifications.
• Additional support for licensing, malpractice, and relocation costs.
• Compensation is on a 1099 tax basis.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage provided.
• Retirement plan options including 401(k).
• Malpractice insurance coverage included.
• Complimentary housing and travel arrangements.
• Assistance with licensing and credentialing processes.

Shift & Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8-hour days.
• Day shift hours from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm in the OR and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in the clinic.
• Call coverage required at a 1:3 ratio, every other week, with variable call hours.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of prior cardiothoracic surgery experience.
• Experience with thoracentesis, chest tubes, and VATS preferred.
• Ability to perform endoscopic vein harvest using Maquet and Hemopro systems.
• Excellent clinical skills in adult cardiothoracic patient management.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle call responsibilities.
• Current medical licensure and credentials in good standing.
• Experience working with pediatric cardiothoracic referrals is a plus.
• Comfort with a variable schedule and call duties.
• Reliable and professional approach to patient care.