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CONFIDENTIAL - Cardiothoracic Surgery - Locums

We are seeking a Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a call-only locum tenens opportunity with an established Trauma program. This assignment offers manageable surgical volume, excellent clinical support, and multiple coverage blocks throughout the year.

Assignment Details:

  • Coverage Dates: September- December

  • Schedule: 24-hour call (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM)

  • Call-only coverage

  • Trauma Center

  • Approximately 200 cardiac and 200 thoracic cases annually

  • Relatively low-volume call environment

Clinical Responsibilities:

  • Cardiac Surgery

  • Thoracic Surgery

  • Inpatient call coverage

  • Emergency surgical consultation

  • Continuity of patient care through handoff to the permanent team

Support Structure:

  • Physician Assistant support

  • Resident support

  • PAs take first call

  • Established Cardiothoracic Surgery program

Requirements:

  • Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon

  • Must perform both Cardiac and Thoracic procedures

  • Recent Cardiothoracic Surgery case logs within the past 12 months

  • Active Texas license or active IMLC required

  • Clean background required

Compensation:

  • $2,800–$3,400 base pay plus call back

Why You Would Want This Job:

  • Call-only assignment with no clinic responsibilities

  • Manageable surgical volume

  • Strong PA and Resident support

  • Multiple coverage opportunities

  • Competitive compensation with callback pay

  • Opportunity to join a collaborative Cardiothoracic Surgery program

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon seeking flexible call coverage with a supportive team and recurring locum opportunities. Apply today to learn more.

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