Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon Per Diem Opportunity in Bellingham, WA

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 250,000 +; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a flexible per diem role in Bellingham, WA. This position offers the opportunity to work within a collegial team of surgeons and advanced practice clinicians in a well-equipped facility. You will be involved in a variety of surgical procedures, including those related to mechanical circulatory support and structural heart programs. With a guaranteed hourly rate and fully paid malpractice insurance, this role provides an excellent opportunity for both experienced surgeons and new graduates. Join a supportive environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on patient care.

Benefits

Guaranteed hourly rate

Fully paid malpractice insurance

No state income tax in Washington

Qualifications

• Board certification in Thoracic Surgery is essential.
• 2-3 years of experience preferred; open to new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Provide intermittent coverage for a well-respected cardiovascular practice.
• Participate in surgical assist support and patient follow-up care.

Skills

Cardiac MR

3-D TEE

dual source Cardiac CTA

Mechanical circulatory support

Surgical assist support

Education

Board Certified / Eligible by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

2-3 years of experience

Tools

Hybrid O.R.

ICAVL/ACAEL certified outpatient labs

Job description

Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon Per Diem Opportunity in Bellingham, WA

PeaceHealth has a flexible per diem opportunity for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join an established and well-respected practice for intermittent coverage in Bellingham, Washington.

The team includes 3 Cardiothoracic Surgeons, 3 Vascular Surgeons, 18 cardiologists (12 General, 4 Interventionalists, and 2 EPs) plus 16 advanced practice clinicians across Cardiovascular Services.

This collegial cardiovascular service in a clinic/hospital-based practice with 2 fully equipped operating rooms, 3 recently upgraded Catheterization Labs and EP suite, ICAVL/ACAEL certified outpatient and in-patient Vascular and Echo labs. Coverage includes in-house hospitalist and ICU/Intensivist teams.

Highlights :

• Call is 1:3 with flexibility for per diem Physician
• Cardiac MR, 3-D TEE, and dual source Cardiac CTA on site
• Structural heart program including TAVR, MitraClip and Watchman
• Mechanical circulatory support program including LVADs and ECMO
• 3 Physician Assistants dedicated to CVT Surgery; they participate in vein harvesting, surgical assist support, and see patients in follow-up in the clinic as well as supporting inpatient care in the ICU and procedural care unit
• Hybrid O.R.
• Tertiary community hospital

Desired Requirements :

• Board Certified / Eligible by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
• 2-3 years of experience preferred; open to new graduating fellows

PeaceHealth offers outstanding Benefits!

• Guaranteed hourly rate of $480.13
• Fully paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Washington State has no state income tax.

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