Summary Sheet: Healthcare & Medical |
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| Advertiser Name | ATC West Healthcare Services | | Advertiser Type: | Company |
| Classification: | Healthcare & Medical | | Subclassification: | |
| Country: | United States | | Location: | United States |
| Language: | English - United Kingdom (en-GB) | | Contact Name: | |
| Employment Type: | Permanent | | Workhours: | Not Specified |
Position: Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician |
Description:
Locum Cardiothoracic Surgeon Hospital-Based
Seeking a Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment beginning in February/March for an initial 3 6 months, with the potential for extension into 2026 and possible permanent placement. Coverage is needed due to a leave of absence and provider departure.
Practice Setting & Scope
Hospital-based cardiothoracic surgery practice
Inpatient-focused role covering OR, ICU, ER consults, and floor rounding
Adult and geriatric patient population
Level I Trauma Center
Annual ER volume: approximately 85,000 visits
Three operating rooms
Full ancillary and support staff
EMR: Epic
Schedule & Call
Scheduled hours: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Call required: nights and weekends (approximately 7 8 calls per month)
Call shared among 3 providers
Case Volume
Required Procedures & Skills
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), including off-pump and redo CABG
Arterial revascularization using internal mammary, radial, and gastroepiploic arteries
Thoracic and descending aortic aneurysm repair
Heart valve repair and replacement (including mitral valve repair)
CoreValve procedures
Tube thoracostomy and pericardial window
Candidate Requirements
Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery (required)
Active Connecticut medical license (required; no exceptions)
BLS and ACLS certifications required
Local providers only (mileage reimbursement applies)
Credentialing & Administrative Details
Estimated credentialing timeframe: days
Credentialing and application fees are not reimbursed
Must meet all submission and compliance requirements at presentation
This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon seeking a high-acuity, hospital-based locum assignment at a Level I Trauma Center with a manageable case volume and potential for long-term engagement.
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