Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Locum Tenens

Part-Time

Call-only coverage

Start: ASAP

Approximately 2 shifts/month

Coverage: 1-2 weekends per month

Anticipated start: Late 2026 or early 2027, pending credentialing

Friday 10:00 AM - Monday 5:00 AM

Emergent case coverage

Round on existing patients

Manage post-surgical needs as indicated

On call: Yes

Telephone call

30-minute response time

Average approximately 3 calls per weekend

Illinois medical license required to apply

IMLC candidates considered

Preference for candidates currently licensed in Illinois

DEA required

CSR required

Board Certified

Minimum 5 years relevant Cardiothoracic Surgery experience

Prior experience as an employed physician required; experience does not need to be recent

Experience working as an integrated member of a hospital-based surgical team required

Primary focus on CABG cases

Manage and perform CABG procedures if needed

Referrals primarily from Cardiology

AM rounding with additional rounding based on patient condition

Manage post-surgical patients and changes in condition

Average daily census: 7 patients

CVU team helps address questions during rounding to minimize after-hours calls

Well-supported Cardiothoracic Surgery program

Candidate will work solo

Epic EMR

Hospital-based surgical team

A-rated malpractice coverage

Weekly direct deposit

24/7 dedicated recruiter support

Professional onboarding and credentialing

Prepaid travel and lodging

Open communication

Sense of urgency

Teamwork

Accountability

Driven to win

Higher consciousness