This locum tenens thoracic surgeon position in Richmond, VA involves providing supplemental inpatient surgical coverage with a focus on complex thoracic procedures such as lung resections, bronchoscopy, and treatment of thoracic cancers. The role requires call coverage with support from hospitalist and OR staff and mandates an active Virginia medical license along with board certification and life support credentials. Procedures include advanced minimally invasive and open surgeries to treat various thoracic conditions, caring primarily for adult and geriatric patients in a hospital setting.