Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Cumberland, Maryland

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Maryland Cardiothoracic Surgery - 1 Week Per Month or Long Weekend Assignments


Locums opportunity in Maryland for Cardiothoracic Surgeons interested in short-term, high-impact coverage. Choose between 1 full week or long weekend blocks each month, with travel and lodging provided.


Highlights

  • Long-term assignment potential
  • Only 1 week/month or long weekend blocks
  • Travel and lodging provided
  • Fast 30-day credentialing
  • Licensing support available for IMLC candidates

Practice Setting

  • Inpatient setting at a Maryland-based facility
  • PA team fields initial consults before involving the physician
  • Adult patient population only
  • Established cardiac surgery team

Schedule

  • Choose from 24-hour call shifts (7a-7a) or 12-hour call shifts (7a-7p)
  • Assignments available monthly - you choose the weeks that work best for you
  • No long-term commitment required
  • Block scheduling supports strong work-life balance

Procedures and Cases

  • Required: Bypass surgery
  • Common cases: Open heart, carotid, and occasional lung cases
  • Average of 1-3 cases per day
  • Average admissions while on call: 1-3 per 24 hours

Requirements

  • BC/BE within 5 years in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery or Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
  • ACLS and ATLS required
  • MD license or active IMLC LOQ
  • Minimum of 24 months of relevant experience

Credentialing Requirements

  • Streamlined 30-day credentialing process
  • Start as early as July with proper documentation

Travel Accommodations

  • Travel and lodging fully covered
  • Licensing reimbursement available for IMLC candidates

Let me know if you'd like to discuss schedule options or see if this aligns with your availability.

Date Posted: 14 June 2025
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