Locum Tenens Cardiothoracic Surgeon Near Sioux City, IA We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum tenens position near Sioux City, IA. This role involves 24-hour call coverage and inpatient rounds in a hospital setting. The position requires the ability to handle a variety of adult cardiothoracic procedures, as well as trauma cases. This is an exciting opportunity for a physician looking to work independently in a supportive, high-volume environment. Position Details: Specialty : Cardiothoracic Surgery Location : Near Sioux City, IA Start Date : ASAP - Ongoing Shift Type : 24-hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 AM On-Call Requirements : Yes, includes weekends Workload : 24-hour coverage with inpatient rounds, about 1 case per day with potential emergencies Hospital and Practice Setting: Hospital Size : 120+ beds with 24 ICU beds Trauma Level : Level 2 Trauma Center Emergency Room Volume : 30,000 annual visits (approximately 80 per day) Operating Rooms : 2 dedicated cardiovascular operating rooms with a specialized CVOR team Support Staff : Dedicated APP for inpatient management and clinic follow-ups, as well as a dedicated clinic nurse Patient Load : Clinic: 14 patients per day Hospital: 6 patients per day Average trauma cases: 10 per day Elective cases: 2 per day EMR System : Cerner Procedures and Skills Required: Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery : Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) on pump Valve repair and replacement Maze procedures (including minimally invasive mini-maze) Ventricular aneurysmectomy General thoracic surgery Trauma cases Other Procedures : TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) performed on Wednesdays Trauma management Ventricular aneurysmectomy Supervision : Will supervise 1 PRN CT Surgery APP Requirements: Board Certification : Required in Cardiothoracic Surgery Iowa State License : Active or in progress DEA License : Required Experience : Strong experience in adult cardiothoracic procedures and trauma cases is essential Benefits: Full travel accommodations provided (including flights, lodging, and transportation) Opportunity to work independently in a highly skilled and well-supported environment This locum tenens opportunity provides a comprehensive and challenging role in cardiothoracic surgery, with a supportive team and state-of-the-art facilities. The position offers a blend of scheduled surgeries and emergency cases, with full travel coverage provided for the physician. Job ID : j-249952 HDAJOBS MDSTAFF
