Locums Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking anexperienced Locums Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician to provide hospital-basedcoverage at a Level I Trauma Center in Hartford, Connecticut. This positionoffers a diverse and complex case mix with full inpatient responsibilitiesacross the OR, ICU, ER, and hospital floors.

Compensation: $2800 Per Day

Position Details

• Practice Setting: Hospital-based (Inpatient, OR, ICU, ER, and floor rounding)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:45 AM – 5:00 PM
• Call Coverage:
• Nights and weekends (rotational)
• Approximately 7–8 calls per month
• Call shared among 3 providers
• Average Volume: ~2 cases per day
• Trauma Designation: Level I Trauma Center
• Annual ER Volume: Approximately 85,000 visits

Required Procedures

• Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), including Off-Pump CABG
• Arterial Revascularization (Internal Mammary, Radial, and Gastroepiploic Arteries)
• Redo Coronary Revascularization
• Descending and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
• Heart Valve Repair and Replacement
• Mitral Valve Repair
• CoreValve® System procedures
• Tube Thoracostomy
• Pericardial Window

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical care across inpatient units
• Perform operative cases and manage postoperative patients
• Provide ICU coverage and rounding on ER and floor patients
• Participate in night and weekend call coverage as scheduled
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a high-acuity environment

Requirements

• Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Active Connecticut medical license
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Experience working in a Level I Trauma Center preferred

Hartford, Connecticut is ahistoric New England city offering a blend of urban amenities and scenic charm,with easy access to cultural attractions, top universities, and outdoorrecreation along the Connecticut River, all while being centrally located betweenBoston and New York City.