Surgery - Thoracic Physician
Not Specified, VA, USA
- Healthcare
- Thoracic Surgeon
- Locum Tenens
- Hospital-based Surgery
The role is for a Locum Tenens Thoracic Surgeon providing backup coverage in a hospital-based acute care setting in Virginia throughout 2026. The surgeon will support a thoracic surgery team, handling 2-3 cases daily with dedicated OR, ICU, and hospitalist support in a modern facility using Epic EMR. This position offers flexible coverage dates and a supportive hospital environment focused on adult and geriatric patients.
We are seeking a Locum Tenens Thoracic Surgeon to provide backup coverage at a hospital-based program in Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity to support an established thoracic team in an acute care setting.
Assignment Details:
Location: Virginia
Dates of Coverage: Multiple dates throughout 2026
Reason for Coverage: Backup support for thoracic service (currently 2 providers)
Practice Setting: Hospital-based; primarily acute care
Average Cases per Day: 2 3
Call Schedule: TBD
Call Ratio: As needed
Facility Details:
Number of ORs: 21
Hemodialysis Access: Yes
Trauma Designation: N/A
EMR: Epic
Support Staff: Dedicated OR support, ICU support, and Hospitalist team
Patient Population:
Adult and Geriatric
Highlights:
Supportive, well-staffed hospital environment
Flexible coverage dates in 2026
Low daily case volume
Modern facility with Epic EMR
If this is something you would be interested in, please send a copy of your CV and a good time for us to connect!
Amanda Herrmann




