Cardiothoracic Surgeon

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Spokane, WA 99204
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
• Coverage Period: ASAP – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 7a – 5p (day shifts)
• 1 day Clinic per week
• Call Schedule:
• Weeknights 5p–7a (2 nights per week)
• Weekend 7a Fri – 7a Mon
• Call Type: Beeper
• Call Response Time: 30 mins
• Reason for Coverage: Scheduling Need
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Agency

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Case Mix: CT surgery cases, including coronary artery bypass, valve repair/replacement, aneurysm repair, etc.

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Epic
• Support Staff: 2 RNs, 1 MA, 3 APPs

Privileges & Compliance

• Hospital Privileges Required: No
• Temporary Privileges Available: No

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide cardiothoracic surgery coverage for 10–14 days per month including weekend call.
• Perform procedures including Impella55 implant/support, aortic valve conservation, aortic root remodeling and enlargement.
• Cover weekday night call (2 nights per week, 5pm–7am) and weekend call (Friday 7am to Monday 7am).
• Manage patient volume and acute volume/BP issues, insert central lines, arterial lines, PA catheters, IABP.
• Collaborate with support staff (RNs, MAs, PA/NPs) in an inpatient setting, including clinic one day per week.