Physician​/Surgery - Cardiothoracic​/Tennessee​/Locum Tenens​/Locum Tenens Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Position: Physician / Surgery - Cardiothoracic / Tennessee / Locum Tenens / Locum Tenens Opportunity for Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Location: Whiteville

Are you a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon looking for a locum tenens opportunity? A reputable healthcare provider in the Whiteville, TN area is seeking a qualified physician for temporary coverage in early 2025. Position Details:
Dates:
February 21 ??? March 3, 2025. Coverage Type:
Scheduled clinical hours with call responsibilities. Practice Setting:
Outpatient, with hospital privileges required. Support Staff:
Includes 3 physician assistants and office staff. EMR Systems:
Athena for outpatient, Centricity at the hospital. Credentialing Timeline:
Estimated 60-90 days. Responsibilities:
Outpatient clinic 1-2 days per week (approximately 35 appointments). Rounding in the hospital, averaging 15 patients daily (2-4 hours). Call coverage with 0-2 callbacks per 24-hour shift and less than 10 calls overall. Performing a variety of procedures, including:
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Valvular repairs and replacements (AVR, MVR). Thoracic procedures such as lung resections. Vascular surgeries (optional but preferred), including aortic dissection repair and carotid endarterectomy.

Qualifications:

License:
Active Tennessee medical license required. Board Certification:
Board-certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery (fellowship preferred).

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Additional Details:
Temporary privileges are available. No admissions required during the assignment. Lodging and travel expenses may be reimbursed. This is an excellent opportunity to provide critical care in a supportive environment with minimal patient volume while gaining experience in a beautiful part of Tennessee. If you are interested in learning more about this locum tenens opportunity, apply now using reference Job  #j-261494.