Surgery - Thoracic Physician

ProLocums; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum position in a vibrant community. This role involves not only performing complex cardiac surgeries but also managing patient care in a dynamic environment. You'll be responsible for providing timely consults, emergency surgeries, and collaborating with a dedicated team. With a focus on patient-centered care, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact while enjoying a flexible schedule. If you're passionate about cardiac surgery and ready for a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery or equivalent training.
• Experience with EPIC EMR system is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac surgeries and manage admitted patients daily.
• Provide emergency surgical care and cover ER, OR, Trauma, and cath lab.

Skills

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Emergency Surgery

Patient Management

EPIC EMR System

Education

Cardiothoracic Surgical Fellowship

Board Certification

Tools

Epic EMR System

Job description

Specialty: Cardio Thoracic Surgery

Start date: Apr

End date : Apr

Coverage type: Scheduled Clinic Hours + Call

Schedule:

- Cardiac Surgery locum will cover from Monday, April 24 at 6 AM until Friday, April

- The locum physician will round on the admitted patients of cardiac surgery (8-10 patients) or those consulted to cardiac surgery (2-4 patients) daily along with a cardiac surgery PA.

- The locums will be on 24 hour call during this time frame

- STAT consults must be seen within 4 hours. All others must be seen within 24 hours.

- The locum physician will be expected to perform emergency surgeries as needed.

- The locum will cover the ER, OR, Trauma and cath lab.

- Charting is done electronically and must be complete and signed off prior to departure.

- The cardiac surgery PA will have all discharge paperwork and follow-up appointments scheduled for any patient being discharged.

Requirements :

- Cardiothoracic Surgical Fellowship Trained, Board Certified; will consider a physician who is not thoracic surgery trained and only cardiac surgery trained.

- EPIC training and orientation required prior to start of coverage.

Patients per shift: 8-10

Minimum Board Certification : BE

EMR System : Epic