Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Bryan, Texas

LocumTenens.com; Brookesmith (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Locum Tenens.com, LLC seeks an inpatient cardiothoracic surgeon for a 24-hour call coverage assignment in Texas. The role involves daily rounds from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with on-site availability for emergencies during each coverage period.

The facility provides a collaborative environment with NP support and structured workflows for 24-hour call-based coverage across the CT surgery service line. The assignment is locum tenens in an acute care setting, with potential for continued engagement.

Qualifications

• Cardiothoracic surgery coverage in inpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient cardiothoracic surgery coverage with daily rounds (8:00 AM–5:00 PM) and 24-hour call (7:00 AM–7:00 AM).
• Respond to surgical emergencies and support trauma cases.
• Provide backup coverage for Cath Lab procedures.

Skills

Inpatient care

24-hour call

Cardiothoracic surgery

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-226937-MD-TX
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:11/13 (7:00 AM) - 11/16 (7:00 AM); 12/4 (7:00 AM) - 12/7 (7:00 AM)
• Shift Type:24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type:Inpatient
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Negotiable
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This acute care facility maintains established clinical infrastructure and protocols to support locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient settings. The facility provides a collaborative, patient-centered environment with access to advanced medical technology, specialized care teams, and multidisciplinary support. On-site workflows are structured to accommodate 24-hour call-based coverage for the cardiothoracic surgery service line throughout each assigned coverage period.

About the Facility Location

The assignment area offers an active civic calendar and a range of community programming, including cultural events and public engagement opportunities. Local library and community center resources support a variety of recurring programs and activities available during time away from clinical duties. Clinicians on assignment will find a community-oriented environment with accessible cultural and civic programming throughout the region.

About the Clinician's Workday

The clinician will provide inpatient cardiothoracic surgery coverage, including daily hospital rounding from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and 24-hour call coverage structured from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM. Responsibilities include managing cardiothoracic surgery patients, responding to surgical emergencies, supporting trauma cases, and providing backup coverage for Cath Lab procedures. The facility averages fewer than five admissions per day, and a hospital-based Nurse Practitioner is available to assist throughout each assigned coverage period. Call is a required component of this assignment, and the clinician must maintain on-site availability to respond to cardiothoracic surgical cases as needed.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:Avg fewer than 5 admissions per day
• Support Staff:1 hospital-based Nurse Practitioner available to assist
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:No
• Government:No