Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Kentucky
Louisville, KY, 40204, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- locum tenens
- cardiothoracic surgeon
- thoracic surgery
This locum tenens position seeks a Board Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to provide inpatient surgical care in a Northern Kentucky hospital. The role includes performing complex cardiac and thoracic surgeries, managing a 24-hour call schedule, and collaborating with physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. The assignment is temporary, offering flexibility, competitive pay, and required certifications such as BLS, ATLS, and ACLS.
Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Kentucky
Employer: LocumTenens.com
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery MD in Kentucky!
This Job at a Glance
- Job Reference Id: ORD-203415-MD-KY
- Title: MD
- Dates Needed: Jan - April
- Shift Type: Day Shift; 24-Hour Call
- Assignment Type: Inpatient
- Call Required: Yes
- Board Certification Required: Yes
- Job Duration: Locums
A hospital is seeking a Thoracic Surgeon for locum tenens coverage.
About the Facility LocationThe facility is located in Northern Kentucky.
About the Clinician's WorkdayThis 24-hour shift role involves all aspects of adult cardiac and thoracic surgery, including CABG, valve surgery, thoracic aorta, and pulmonary resections, with vascular experience preferred but not required. The position is supported by six Physician Assistants who first assist in surgery, share call responsibilities, and manage hospital rounds and consults, along with three APRNs who staff the clinic Monday through Thursday to ensure comprehensive inpatient and outpatient coverage. The inpatient census typically ranges from 2540 patients, occasionally reaching 50, with each surgeon performing an average of 24 OR cases per day. Candidates must be Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery (ABTS) with BLS, ATLS, and ACLS certifications. EPIC is used for documentation, and the credentialing process takes approximately 120 days.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 2-4
- Location Type: On-Site
- Government: No
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