Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Locums - Omaha, Nebraska Cardiothoracic Surgery Opportunity (IMLC Welcome)

Clinical Role

Join a premier Level I Trauma Center providing comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical care. This ongoing locums opportunity offers 24-hour call coverage in a high-acuity academic environment with experienced multidisciplinary support, dedicated cardiovascular operating room staff, and advanced cardiac anesthesia services.

Assignment Dates

• September 29 (7:00 AM) - October 16 (7:00 AM)
• November 3 (7:00 AM) - November 13 (7:00 AM)
• November 30 (7:00 AM) - December 10 (7:00 AM)
• December 28 (7:00 AM) - January 11 (7:00 AM)
• January 25 (7:00 AM) - February 1 (7:00 AM)

Position Highlights

• Ongoing locums opportunity
• Level I Trauma Center
• 24-hour call coverage
• Dedicated cardiothoracic surgery service
• Low callback volume
• Excellent multidisciplinary support
• Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) physicians welcome

Schedule & Coverage

• 24-hour call: 7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
• Coverage includes inpatient rounding, consultations, and operative cases
• Candidates must be available for one or more of the listed assignment dates

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Setting: Inpatient

Facility Information:

• Level I Trauma Center
• Ongoing cardiothoracic surgery coverage need
• One full-time equivalent (FTE) coverage needed

Responsibilities Include:

• Round on cardiothoracic surgery patients
• Provide inpatient and outpatient consultations
• Perform cardiac surgical procedures
• Provide operative coverage for thoracic trauma when needed
• Supervise Advanced Practice Providers
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary cardiovascular team

Case Volume:

• Approximately 150 heart cases annually
• Average admissions: 1-4 per day
• Low callback volume

Required Procedures:

• Standard Cardiac Surgery
• Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
• ECMO cannulation
• Aortic dissections

Not Required:

• Peripheral vascular surgery (covered by dedicated vascular surgery service)

Support & Technology

• EMR: Epic
• Advanced Practice Provider coverage:
  • Surgical Physician Assistants: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Physician Assistants provide operative call coverage and Endoscopic Vein Harvesting (EVH)
  • Nurse Practitioners provide weekend inpatient rounding
• Dedicated CVOR anesthesia team experienced with Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
• Experienced CVOR nurses, scrub technicians, and additional surgical assistance available

Requirements

• Board Certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery - Required
• Active Nebraska medical license or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) Letter of Qualification (LOQ) at the time of submission - Required
• ACLS certification - Highly Preferred
• BLS certification - Highly Preferred
• Active DEA registration - Highly Preferred
• Candidates must identify which assignment dates they are available to cover - Required
• Candidates must confirm proficiency and comfort performing all required procedures:
  • Standard Cardiac Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • ECMO cannulation
  • Aortic dissections - Required
• Candidates must disclose the number of ongoing shifts they are available to provide each month - Required
• Recent case logs strongly preferred:
  • Approximately 100 cardiac surgery cases within the past year
  • Candidates with 50 cases within the past year may qualify for emergency credentialing

Organization & Team

• High-volume cardiothoracic surgery program
• Collaborative multidisciplinary cardiovascular team
• Experienced Advanced Practice Providers and dedicated cardiovascular operating room staff
• Excellent ancillary support allowing physicians to focus on patient care
• Ongoing opportunity for long-term locums coverage

About Omaha, Nebraska

• Location & Access: Nebraska's largest city, conveniently located along the Missouri River with a major international airport and easy Midwest travel.
• Lifestyle & Community: Omaha offers a vibrant blend of metropolitan amenities, family-friendly neighborhoods, and an affordable cost of living.
• Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy miles of trails, parks, golf courses, riverfront activities, and nearby lakes for boating and fishing.
• Attractions: Home to the nationally acclaimed Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, the historic Old Market District, world-class dining, museums, performing arts, and collegiate sporting events.
• Quality of Life: Omaha consistently ranks among the nation's best cities for affordability, healthcare, education, and overall quality of life, making it an outstanding destination for locum physicians.

What RecruitWell Provides

• A+ rated malpractice coverage
• Weekly direct deposit
• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
• Prepaid travel and lodging

RecruitWell's Core Values

• Open communication
• Sense of urgency
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Driven to win
• Higher consciousness