Contract Physician – Cardiac Surgery 6/24/26

Hcepinc; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 179,088 - 192,864; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated credentialing support

Travel and lodging coordination

Malpractice coverage assistance

Streamlined onboarding

Weekly compensation

Ongoing recruiter support

Job summary

Hcepinc is seeking a Locum Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 6-month contract assignment in Topeka, Kansas. This role involves clinic, OR, rounding, and call coverage.

The ideal candidate is board-certified or eligible with experience in adult cardiac surgery, including valve procedures and complex cardiovascular interventions, and will collaborate with dedicated support staff. Competitive hourly compensation is provided.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon required.
• Strong experience performing open cardiac and valve procedures required.
• Active DEA registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery coverage across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Perform consultations, evaluations, surgical procedures, and postoperative management.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance.

Skills

Adult Cardiac Surgery experience

Current BLS certification

Current ACLS certification

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration skills

Education

Board Certified or Board Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Job description

Job Description:

Healthcare Executive Placements, Inc. (HCEPInc) is seeking a Locum Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a contract assignment based in Topeka, Kansas.

Schedule: Combination of clinic, OR, rounding, and call coverage

Assignment Duration: 6 Months

Start Date: October 1, 2026

Location: Topeka, KS

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $130-$140 per hour
• Dedicated credentialing support, travel and lodging coordination, malpractice coverage assistance, streamlined onboarding, weekly compensation, and ongoing recruiter support throughout the assignment.

Summary:

HCEPInc is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to support an established Cardiovascular Service Line in Topeka, Kansas. This opportunity is available due to the retirement of a current surgeon and offers the ability to join a collaborative, high-performing cardiac surgery program with strong APP, CVICU, OR, and perfusion support.

The ideal candidate will be a board‑certified or board‑eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon with current experience performing adult cardiac surgery, valve procedures, and complex cardiovascular interventions. Providers with TAVR, TCAR, vascular, and thoracic surgery experience are highly desired.

Essential Functions:

• Provide comprehensive Cardiothoracic Surgery coverage across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Perform consultations, evaluations, surgical procedures, and postoperative management.
• Participate in clinic, operating room, rounding, and call responsibilities.
• Collaborate with APPs, CVICU staff, perfusionists, nursing teams, and ancillary departments to deliver high‑quality patient care.
• Manage adult cardiac surgery patients throughout the continuum of care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with facility standards and policies.
• Document patient encounters and procedural activities accurately and timely.

Coverage Requirements:

• Minimum commitment of six (6) months.
• Approximately two weeks of weekday call coverage per month.
• One weekend of call coverage per month.
• Approximately twelve (12) call shifts per month.
• Call schedule: 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM (24‑hour call).

Practice Setting:

• Inpatient and Outpatient
• Clinic
• Operating Room
• Hospital Rounding
• Call Coverage

Clinic:

• Approximately 6-7 consults per day

Hospital:

• Approximately 4-6 patients per day

Required Case Experience:

• Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
• Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR)
• Mitral Valve Replacement/Repair (MVR)
• Thoracic Procedures
• Vascular Procedures
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
• Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR)

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon required.
• Adult Cardiac Surgery experience required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Current ACLS certification required.
• Active DEA registration required.
• Strong experience performing open cardiac and valve procedures required.
• TAVR, TCAR, vascular, and thoracic surgery experience highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills required.

Licensure:

• Active Kansas medical license preferred.
• Candidates eligible to obtain Kansas licensure may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Kansas license must be active prior to assignment start.

Support Staff:

• 5 Advanced Practice Providers
• Dedicated CVICU Team
• Dedicated Operating Room Team
• RN, LPN, and MA Clinic Support

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal provider is a currently practicing adult cardiac surgeon who regularly performs CABG, valve, and open‑heart procedures. Experience with TAVR, TCAR, vascular surgery, thoracic surgery, and endovascular interventions is highly desired. The client is seeking a collaborative, team‑oriented surgeon who is interested in supporting and growing a well‑established Cardiothoracic Surgery program.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

HCEPInc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job‑related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans. HCEPInc. takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans. HCEPInc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.