Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Location:
Longview, TX

Longview is located in East Texas and offers a blend of Southern charm and modern amenities with excellent outdoor recreation opportunities. The city provides a comfortable cost of living while maintaining proximity to major metropolitan areas and features beautiful parks and lakes for year-round activities.

Facility:
This regional medical center serves as a comprehensive healthcare facility providing advanced cardiac and vascular services to the East Texas community. The facility maintains Level 3 trauma and pediatric capabilities with dedicated emergency department and catheterization lab services.

Opportunity:
Physician - Surgery - Vascular, Thoracic Surgery - Cardio Thoracic Surgery

Job Details:

• Assignment dates:
March 20, 7am - March 28, 7am

• Provide cardiovascular and thoracic surgery coverage for emergency department and catheterization lab call

• Must be able to perform vascular surgeries including aneurysm repairs (thoracic and abdominal)

• Perform arterial bypass procedures and peripheral vascular access devices

• Handle AV shunt procedures and various vascular access requirements

• Conduct general cardiovascular and thoracic surgery procedures (open and endoscopic)

• Perform coronary artery bypass surgery (on pump and off pump)

• Manage congenital defects including ASD, VSD, and PFO repairs

• Conduct valvular repair and replacement procedures

• Perform cardiac and aorto-thoracic aneurysm repairs

• Handle lung resection procedures including VATs

• Manage chest wall and pleural procedures

• Perform esophagus and diaphragm surgeries

• Place permanent pacemakers and AICD devices

• Handle left ventricular assist devices and TAVR procedures

• Manage ventilation and perform bronchoscopy procedures

• Insert central lines, arterial lines, PA catheters, and IABP

• Evaluate and manage acute volume and blood pressure issues

• Must be board certified with Texas medical license

• 14-day credentialing timeframe required

• Level 3 trauma facility experience preferred

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.