Surgery - General Physician
Richmond, VA, 23218, USA
- Healthcare
- thoracic surgery
- locum tenens
- acute care surgery
Seeking a board-certified Thoracic Surgery Physician for hospital-based locum coverage in Richmond, VA, focusing on high-acuity thoracic surgical procedures and acute care. The role involves performing complex thoracic surgeries and managing emergent cases independently during 24-hour call shifts. Candidates must hold a Virginia medical license and possess experience with advanced thoracic conditions and procedural competencies.
We are seeking an experiencedLocums Thoracic Surgery Physician to provide high-acuity surgical call coveragein Richmond, VA. This position is hospital-based and focuses on acute carethoracic surgery, offering exposure to a wide range of complex procedures andpathology.
Position Details
- Shift Type: 24-hour call shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 AM)
- Setting: Hospital-based, acute care
- Average Cases per Day: 2-3
- Duration: Ongoing locum coverage needs
Required ProceduralCompetencies
- Thoracic surgical procedures: Bronchoscopy, VATS, Robot-Assisted Thoracic Surgery, Mediastinoscopy, Tube Thoracostomy, Tracheostomy, Pericardial Window, Lobectomy, Pneumonectomy, Thoracotomy, Decortication
- Endoscopic procedures: Navigational Bronchoscopy, Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- Management of thoracic conditions: Lung cancer, esophageal disorders, pleural effusions, pneumothorax, mediastinal masses, rib fractures, thoracic outlet syndrome, diaphragm hernias, and advanced lung disease (COPD, pulmonary fibrosis)
Requirements
- Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery
- Active Virginia Medical License - required (no exceptions)
- BLS & ACLS certifications
- Strong experience in high-acuity thoracic surgical care
- Ability to manage emergent and complex thoracic cases independently
Richmond offers a blend ofhistoric charm and modern living, with thriving restaurants, riverside trails,and cultural attractions. It's a convenient, affordable, and vibrantcity-perfect for locums work with plenty to explore during time off.




