Locum Tenens Cardiothoracic Surgeon Near Sioux City, IA
We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum tenens position near Sioux City, IA. This role involves 24‑hour call coverage and inpatient rounds in a hospital setting. The position requires the ability to handle a variety of adult cardiothoracic procedures, as well as trauma cases. This is an exciting opportunity for a physician looking to work independently in a supportive, high‑volume environment.
Position Details
- Specialty : Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Location : Near Sioux City, IA
- Start Date : ASAP – Ongoing
Shift & On‑Call
Shift Type : 24‑hour shifts (7 : 00 AM – 7 : 00 AM)On‑Call Requirements : Yes, includes weekendsHospital & Practice Setting
Hospital Size : 120+ beds with 24 ICU bedsTrauma Level : Level 2 Trauma CenterEmergency Room Volume : 30,000 annual visits (~80 per day)Operating Rooms : 2 dedicated cardiovascular ORs with a specialized CVOR teamSupport Staff : Dedicated APP for inpatient management and clinic follow‑ups, plus a dedicated clinic nursePatient & Procedure Load
Clinic : 14 patients per dayHospital : 6 patients per dayAverage trauma cases : 10 per dayElective cases : 2 per dayProcedures & Skills Required
Adult cardiothoracic surgery :
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) on pumpValve repair and replacementMaze procedures (including minimally invasive mini‑maze)Ventricular aneurysmectomyGeneral thoracic surgery, trauma casesTranscatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) – performed on WednesdaysTrauma managementSupervision
Supervise 1 PRN CT Surgery APPRequirements
Board Certification : Required in Cardiothoracic SurgeryIowa State License : Active or in progressDEA License : RequiredExperience : Strong experience in adult cardiothoracic procedures and trauma cases is essentialBenefits
Full travel accommodations provided (including flights, lodging, and transportation)Opportunity to work independently in a highly skilled and well‑supported environmentThis locum tenens opportunity provides a comprehensive and challenging role in cardiothoracic surgery, with a supportive team and state‑of‑the‑art facilities. The position offers a blend of scheduled surgeries and emergency cases, with full travel coverage provided for the physician.
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