Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed For Locum Tenens Coverage At Facility In Illinois

Jobtome; North Dakota; On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a highly skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon for an on-site, 24-hour call locum assignment in Illinois. The clinician will provide inpatient surgical coverage, remain on-site during designated periods, and respond to cardiothoracic cases as needed.

The role requires board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery and a track record of delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD/DO and be board-certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Prior locum tenens or inpatient surgical coverage experience preferred.
• Ability to respond to cardiothoracic cases promptly during on-site call.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient cardiothoracic surgical coverage.
• Maintain availability for 24-hour call-based responses.
• Collaborate with hospital teams to ensure continuous patient care.

Skills

Inpatient coverage

24-hour call

Critical care

Team coordination

Education

MD/DO, Board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Job description

This Job at a Glance- Job Reference Id: ORD-225977-MD-IL- Title: MD- Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing- Shift Type: 24-Hour Call- Assignment Type: Inpatient- Call Required: Yes- Board Certification Required: Yes- Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This facility maintains established clinical infrastructure and protocols to support locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient settings. The facility operates on-site and provides the resources necessary to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period. On-site workflows are structured to accommodate 24-hour call-based coverage for the cardiothoracic surgery service line.

About the Facility Location

Illinois offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural activities, including hiking and biking trails, kayaking, scenic drives, and golf courses. The state supports a calendar of community events such as farmers markets, live performances, races, and festivals across its towns and cities. Clinicians may also explore museums, art galleries, and historic sites, including the I&M Canal National Heritage Corridor, which features miles of trails and waterways.

About the Clinician's Workday

The cardiothoracic surgeon will provide inpatient surgical coverage on a 24-hour call basis, with on-site availability required throughout each designated coverage period. Call is a required component of this assignment, and the clinician must maintain availability to respond to cardiothoracic surgical cases as needed. Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery is required for consideration.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No