Locum Cardiothoracic Surgeon (MD / DO) - Surgery

We are seeking a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in South Carolina. This opportunity begins on Nov 27, 2025, with 24-hour shifts (7a-7a) covering the Thanksgiving and Christmas weekends. The surgeon will perform hospital rounding, surgery as required, and procedures including aneurysm repair, coronary artery bypass grafting, and heart valve replacement. Candidates must have an active South Carolina license, completed a cardiovascular fellowship, and hold current ACLS certification. Job Details Location : South Carolina Start Date : Nov 27, 2025 LOA : 7 days Provider Type Needed : Cardiothoracic Surgeon Schedule : 24 hours; 7a-7a, November 27-30 (Thanksgiving Day and weekend), December 25-28 (Christmas Day and weekend) Responsibilities and Duties Perform hospital rounding and cardiovascular surgeries as needed Conduct aneurysm repair procedures Perform coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgeries Complete heart valve replacement surgeries Additional Information Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required Fellowship training in cardiovascular surgery required Active South Carolina medical license required at time of application Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required Self-query NPDB report required during presentation process Only candidates with clean backgrounds will be considered for temporary privileges Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.