Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Cardiothoracic Location: Paducah, KY Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
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JOB OVERVIEW
- Profession: Physician
- Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Location: Paducah, KY
- Service Setting: Inpatient
- Coverage Type: Call only
- Coverage Period: Dec 24, 2026 – Ongoing
- Call Schedule: 24-hr call (7a-7a); 4-7 shifts per month
- Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance Covered
COVERAGE DATES
- Dec 24, 2026 – Dec 28, 2026 (most prio)
- Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 04, 2027
PATIENT INFORMATION
- Patient Demographics: Adult, Geriatric
- Average Daily Volume: 1-2 CT Surgical Cases
- Annual ER Volume: 30,000
- Case Mix: Cardiac Surgery, Thoracic Surgery
FACILITY INFORMATION
- EMR: Epic
- Specialty Backup: Anesthesia, ICU, Cardiology
- Support Staff: First Assist with Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest experience, focused anethesthia team dedicated CT surgery, collaborative and helpful ICU
- No. of ORs: 1 Heart, 1 Hybrid
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
- Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
- Credentialing Timeline: 90 days
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
- Adult Cardiac Surgery (CABG, Valve Repair/Replacement)
- General Thoracic Surgery (Tube Thoracostomy, Tracheostomy, Bronchoscopy, VATS, Pericardial Window)
- ICU Management of high-risk cases (Impella Insertion/Removal/Bailout)
- Structural Heart Procedure Support (in Hybrid OR / Cath Lab)
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Board: BC
- Licenses: Active KY License or willing to obtain
- Certifications: BLS
- Experience: Impella and Structural Heart Support experience required
- Must be available for one set of dates listed
- Clean record
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform Adult Cardiac Surgery including CABG and valve repair/replacement.
- Perform General Thoracic Surgery procedures.
- Manage ICU care for high-risk cardiac surgery patients, including Impella support.
- Provide Structural Heart Procedure Support in Hybrid OR/Cath Lab.
- Collaborate with anesthesia and ICU teams for patient care.
Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment
- Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
- Bridge employment gaps or transitions between permanent positions by taking on locum assignments, maintaining income and professional engagement during transitional periods.
- Build a wide professional network by collaborating with different healthcare teams, opening doors for future career prospects and collaborations.
- Explore entrepreneurial ventures in healthcare, such as locum tenens agencies or consulting services, leveraging your expertise and network gained from locum work.
- Work in environments that prioritize diversity and inclusion, promoting equitable healthcare practices and fostering a sense of belonging for both patients and healthcare providers.
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