Locum Tenens Thoracic Surgeon

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 517,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid malpractice insurance

Pre-paid travel and housing

Competitive hourly rates $375–$450

24-hour access to healthcare consulant

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a dedicated Inpatient Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a demanding call-only role requiring rapid response times. You will be responsible for rounding, admissions and performing complex CV/thoracic procedures including CABG, TAVR and LVAD placements.

The position requires handling 4-5 consults, patients and admissions per call shift, with strong clinical skills and ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Expertise in general CV/thoracic surgery.
• Proficiency in advanced surgical techniques.
• Ability to handle high-pressure inpatient cases.

Responsibilities

• Rounding, admissions and complex procedures during call shifts.
• Perform CABG (on pump and off pump), TAVR, LVAD placements.
• Manage 4-5 consults, patients and admissions per shift.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery

Open surgery

Endoscopic surgery

High-pressure patient care

Rapid response

Job description

Seeking a dedicated Inpatient Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a demanding call-only role requiring rapid response times.

Responsibilities include rounding, admissions, and performing complex procedures such as open and endoscopic CV/thoracic surgeries, CABG (on pump and off pump), valvular repair, aneurysm repair, TAVR, LVAD, AICD placement, lung resection including VATs, bronchoscopy, vent management, and surgeries involving the esophagus and diaphragm.

Key duties involve managing 4-5 consults, patients, and admissions per call shift.

Qualifications include expertise in general CV/thoracic surgery, proficiency in advanced surgical techniques, and ability to handle high-pressure inpatient cases.

Ideal candidates possess strong clinical skills, adaptability, and excellent communication.

Additional details include paid malpractice insurance, pre-paid travel and housing, and competitive hourly rates from $375 to $450.

Applicants will have 24-hour access to a dedicated healthcare consultant and must be prepared for a call ratio of 1:2.