Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Nebraska

Job description

About the facility

The facility features a 129,000-square-foot ambulatory clinic and provides comprehensive services including advanced surgical care, cancer treatment, and emergency services with state-of-the-art equipment and experienced medical staff.

About the facility location

The area offers diverse attractions including a prominent zoo and aquarium, along with museums showcasing automotive history and speed-related exhibits. The region features natural attractions such as winding rivers, state parks with minimal crowds, and opportunities to observe wildlife migrations with access to small towns, Indigenous history, and varied landscapes including distinctive sandstone formations.

About the clinician's workday

The cardiothoracic surgeon will conduct daily hospital rounds on cardiothoracic surgery patients while managing both outpatient and inpatient consultations throughout the assignment period. Primary responsibilities include providing operating room coverage for cardiac surgery cases and responding to thoracic trauma emergencies requiring immediate surgical intervention. The clinician will maintain 24-hour call availability with continuous on-site presence, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all cardiothoracic surgical needs including emergency cases and scheduled procedures.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable based on facility volume
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Call ratio/schedule: Daily
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

Your dedicated recruiter

Stephanie Donald

Call / Text: (678) 992-1380
Email: stephanie.donald@locumtenens.com

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