Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Cumberland, MD

LocumJobsNetwork is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery MD in Cumberland, Maryland, 21502! About The Position JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title : Cardiothoracic Surgeon
• Job Type : Locum Tenens
• Location : Cumberland, MD
• Service Setting : Hospital
• Coverage Type : Clinical Call
• Coverage Period : 11 / 26 / 2025 – Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule : Rounding in the morning (2–4 hours depending on surgical load)
• On-Call Shift Schedule : 24hr call (7a–7a) or 12hr night call (7p–7a)
• Call Type : Beeper (30-minute response)
• Call Ratio : 1 : 1
• Call Response Time : 30 minutes COVERAGE DATES
• 11 / 26 / 2025 – 11 / 30 / 2025
• 12 / 26 / 2025 – 01 / 05 / 2026 PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics : Adults (100%)
• Patient Volume / Census : Average 1–3 cases / day or ~133 per year
• Admissions : Average 1–3 while on call
• Rounding : Included, typically 2–4 hours daily with PA support
• Phone Consults : Yes (PA screens and consults physician as needed)
• Case Mix : Open heart, carotid, and possible lung cases FACILITY INFORMATION
• Trauma Level : Level III
• EMR System : Meditech
• Specialty Backup Available : APP / Mid-level coverage (PAs perform EVH, handle consults and calls)
• Support Staff Available : Physician Assistants
• Reason for Coverage : Turnover vacancy PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required : Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available : Yes
• Credentialing Timeline : ~30 days COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance : Covered - Airfare : Economy, 1 checked bag - Lodging : Up to $175 / night (preferred hotels available) - Mileage : IRS mileage rate - Rental Car : Mid-size ($75 / day, Apr–Nov; 4WD SUV $100 / day, Dec–Mar) REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Bypass Surgery
• Open Heart Surgery
• Carotid Procedures
• Lung Cases (possible) JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses : Active Maryland license (IMLC considered)
• Board : Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiac or both Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery
• DEA : Active DEA Certification required
• Certifications : None specified
• Experience : Minimum 2 years in specialty
• Other Qualifications : CSR license required DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide cardiothoracic surgical coverage with emphasis on bypass surgery
• Round with PA in the morning and address any clinical needs
• Remain available for urgent and emergent procedures with 30-minute response time
• Supervise and collaborate with APPs handling consults and calls
• Perform open heart, carotid, and select lung cases
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Meditech EMR 1664720EXPTEMP Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment Cultivate meaningful relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds and communities, enriching your clinical experience and cultural competence. Engage with peers and colleagues in collaborative learning environments, sharing insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to patient care. Strategically plan your career trajectory by leveraging locum assignments to gain experiences and skills that align with your long-term professional goals. Test different specialties and practice settings to find your niche, discovering new interests and passions along the way. Utilize locum assignments as a bridge during career transitions, ensuring continuity of income and professional engagement.