A job description
Join our dynamic team in a multifaceted cardiac surgery role at a well-regarded healthcare facility. You will have the opportunity to perform a wide array of cardiothoracic surgical procedures and collaborate with an integrated, multi-disciplinary care team. The position offers variety with both clinical and surgical responsibilities and requires participation in a rotating call schedule.
Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Hospital / Outpatient Clinic
– Start Date: ASAP
– Schedule: Monday–Friday, Clinic: 2-3 afternoons per week, Rounding: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM, with a rotating 24-hour call
– Patient Population: Adult
– Location: Fredericksburg, VA
– Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement
– Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
– Perform cardiothoracic procedures such as coronary artery bypass, aortic, valvular, and minimally invasive surgeries
– Provide pre- and post-operative care in collaboration with advanced practitioners and other healthcare team members
– Conduct patient rounds in the hospital and see patients for follow-up in the clinic
– Participate in the 24-hour call schedule
Qualifications
– Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, with board eligibility or certification in thoracic surgery
– Completion of relevant residencies in general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery
– Current, unrestricted Virginia medical license or eligibility
– Proficiency in a broad range of cardiac surgical procedures and strong clinical skills
Working Hours
– Rounding in Hospital: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
– Clinic: 2-3 afternoons per week
– 24-hour call with APP support
Skills
– Excellence in performing a variety of cardiothoracic surgeries
– Strong clinical and interpersonal skills
– Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
– Proficiency with Epic EMR system