Locum Tenens Cardiothoracic Surgeon Near Sioux City, IA
We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum tenens position near Sioux City, IA. This role involves 24-hour call coverage and inpatient rounds in a hospital setting. The position requires the ability to handle a variety of adult cardiothoracic procedures, as well as trauma cases. This is an exciting opportunity for a physician looking to work independently in a supportive, high-volume environment.
Position Details :
- Specialty : Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Location : Near Sioux City, IA
- Start Date : ASAP - Ongoing
- Shift Type : 24-hour shifts, 7 : 00 AM - 7 : 00 AM
- On-Call Requirements : Yes, includes weekends
- Workload : 24-hour coverage with inpatient rounds, about 1 case per day with potential emergencies
Hospital and Practice Setting :
Hospital Size : 120+ beds with 24 ICU bedsTrauma Level : Level 2 Trauma CenterEmergency Room Volume : 30,000 annual visits (approximately 80 per day)Operating Rooms : 2 dedicated cardiovascular operating rooms with a specialized CVOR teamSupport Staff : Dedicated APP for inpatient management and clinic follow-ups, as well as a dedicated clinic nursePatient Load :Clinic : 14 patients per day
Hospital : 6 patients per dayAverage trauma cases : 10 per dayElective cases : 2 per dayEMR System : CernerProcedures and Skills Required :
Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery :Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG) on pump
Valve repair and replacementMaze procedures (including minimally invasive mini-maze)Ventricular aneurysmectomyGeneral thoracic surgeryTrauma casesOther Procedures :TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) performed on Wednesdays
Trauma managementVentricular aneurysmectomySupervision : Will supervise 1 PRN CT Surgery APPRequirements :
Board Certification : Required in Cardiothoracic SurgeryIowa State License : Active or in progressDEA License : RequiredExperience : Strong experience in adult cardiothoracic procedures and trauma cases is essentialBenefits :
Full travel accommodations provided (including flights, lodging, and transportation)Opportunity to work independently in a highly skilled and well-supported environmentThis locum tenens opportunity provides a comprehensive and challenging role in cardiothoracic surgery, with a supportive team and state-of-the-art facilities. The position offers a blend of scheduled surgeries and emergency cases, with full travel coverage provided for the physician.
Job ID : j-249952
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