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

• Job Reference Id: ORD-211978-MD-KY
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type: 24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This regional hospital serves Western Kentucky with comprehensive medical services including advanced cardiology, orthopedics, and specialized imaging capabilities featuring 3T MRI technology. The facility operates as part of a health system providing high-quality patient care with dedicated nursing staff and modern surgical equipment to support complex cardiothoracic procedures. The hospital maintains established protocols for emergency interventions and routine cardiac operations with specialized teams including midwifery services and surgical specialists.

Kentucky offers diverse attractions centered around the renowned horse racing and bourbon heritage. Visitors can explore thoroughbred horse farms, tour historic racetracks like Churchill Downs and Keeneland, and experience distillery tours along the Bourbon Trail. The area features natural attractions such as Mammoth Cave and cultural destinations including museums and exposition centers that showcase the region's craftsmanship and sporting traditions.

The cardiothoracic surgeon will provide comprehensive surgical coverage with 24-hour call responsibilities managing complex procedures including adult cardiac surgery, general thoracic surgery, CABG operations, off-pump CABG, arterial revascularization, redo coronary revascularization, heart valve repair and replacement procedures, thoracic aortic aneurysm repairs, and various thoracic interventions including lung resections, decortication, and mediastinal surgery. The position requires board certification in cardiothoracic surgery with continuous on-site availability for emergency cases and STEMI interventions. Daily responsibilities include performing surgical procedures, conducting patient rounds, managing postoperative complications, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes across the facility's cardiothoracic surgery service line.

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Patient Population: Adults
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No

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