Thoracic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Northern Kentucky at HealthEcareers - Client

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 About the Facility A hospital is seeking a Thoracic Surgeon for locum tenens coverage. About the Facility Location The facility is located in Northern Kentucky. About the Clinician's Workday This 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 Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details