Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Locums Cardiothoracic Surgery coverage in California with a predictable 24 hour call structure and a mix of inpatient service coverage plus occasional clinic. Ongoing need at 6 to 10 days per month.

Highlights

• Long term locums need, 6 to 10 days per month
• 24 hour call coverage format, consistent 7am to 7am shifts
• Flexible scheduling per the service coverage needs

Practice Setting

• Mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
• Inpatient role includes rounding on the Cardiothoracic Service Unit twice daily
• Cardiac and thoracic surgical consults in the hospital and Emergency Department
• Occasional clinic, typically 4 to 8 hours per week of new and follow up visits

Schedule

• 24 hour call coverage
• Scheduled hours are 7am to 7am
• Coverage need is 6 to 10 days per month
• Estimated start in early January 2027

Cases and Procedures

• Coronary artery bypass grafting
• Aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement
• Aortic dissection management
• Pericardial window, pulmonary decortication, thoracic trauma

Requirements

• Must be an MD or DO
• Board Certified Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery CAQ required
• Active California medical license required, will not wait for license

If 6 to 10 days per month of 24 hour call coverage fits your schedule, reach out and we can compare your availability with the remaining coverage needs.