Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Springfield, OH

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Cardiothoracic Location: Springfield, OH Employer: Wellhart, LLC Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Contract Duration: 40 Days Start Date: ASAP

Locum Jobs Online  is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery MD in Springfield, Ohio, 45504!

We are seeking a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in Ohio. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, with multiple 24-hour on-call shifts scheduled throughout March, April, and May. The surgeon will manage a wide range of cardiothoracic, vascular, and thoracic procedures in a high-acuity setting.

Job Details

• Location:
  
  Ohio
• Start Date:
  
  Mar 2, 2026
• LOA: 40 days
• Provider Type Needed:
  Cardiothoracic Surgeon
• Schedule:
  
  24-hour on-call shifts:
  Mar 13, 2026, 7 am to Mar 23, 2026, 7 am;
  Apr 3, 2026, 7 am to Apr 13, 2026, 7 am;
  Apr 27, 2026, 7 am to May 4, 2026, 7 am;
  May 15, 2026, 7 am to May 25, 2026, 7 am

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform general cardiovascular, thoracic, and vascular surgeries
• Conduct coronary artery bypass surgery
• Address congenital cardiac defects
• Execute valvular repairs and replacements
• Repair aneurysms
• Perform lung resections, including VATs
• Manage chest wall and pleural procedures
• Conduct surgeries involving the esophagus and diaphragm
• Perform endarterectomy (carotid and renal)
• Oversee ventilation management and bronchoscopy
• Evaluate and manage acute volume and blood pressure issues

Additional Information

• Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
• Active Ohio medical license required
• Must have a clean professional record
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• COVID vaccination required (noted at time of name clear)
• Self-Query NPDB report dated within 30 days of presentation required
• Must be able to cover all listed assignment dates

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

* Travel the United States and see new places.

* Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.

* Set your own schedule.

* Earn more money than permanent providers.

* Experience new practice settings.

* Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!

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