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Job description
Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon
A hospital-based program in Paducah, KY is seeking a Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon for locum coverage. This is a high-paying, procedure-driven role with access to a dedicated heart OR and hybrid suite, supported by an experienced surgical team.
Position: Physician – Cardiothoracic Surgery Location: Paducah, KY Practice Setting: Hospital-Based
Opportunity Highlights
24-hour call shifts (7 AM – 7 AM)
High compensation rates for call + callbacks
Average 1–2 surgical cases per day
Work in dedicated Heart OR + Hybrid OR
Support from First Assist (Endoscopic Vein Harvest experience)
EPIC EMR system
Adult & geriatric patient population
Facility Details
Annual ER volume: ~30,000
1 Heart OR + 1 Hybrid OR
Strong infrastructure for cardiac and thoracic procedures
Efficient workflow with experienced ancillary staff
Key Responsibilities
Perform adult cardiac surgery (required)
CABG (on-pump & off-pump) and arterial revascularization
Valve repair and replacement (including mitral valve)
Manage thoracic surgical cases (preferred)
Perform procedures such as: Thoracotomy, lung resections, pneumonectomy; Pericardial window, tracheostomy; Thoracic aneurysm repair; Bronchoscopy (flexible & rigid)
Provide call coverage with callback responsibilities
Work in hybrid OR/cath lab for structural heart support
Candidate Requirements
Board Certified – REQUIRED
BLS Certified – REQUIRED
Kentucky License (or willing to obtain) – PREFERRED
Impella support (insertion/removal/bailout) – REQUIRED
Structural heart experience (Hybrid OR/Cath Lab) – REQUIRED
Clean background – REQUIRED
NPDB Self-Query (within 30 days) – REQUIRED
Ready for a high-paying cardiothoracic locum assignment? Send your CV and availability today — limited coverage with strong compensation!
Worksite address
paducah, KY, 42001, US
Who can apply
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