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Wellhart, LLC lists this Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Paducah, KY opportunity in paducah, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location:
Paducah, KY
Employer:
Wellhart, LLC
Pay:
Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date:
12/24/2026
About the Position We are seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our client's team in Kentucky for a 12-day assignment, starting Dec 24, 2024, with shifts from 7 AM to 7 AM and out-of-house call. This physician will manage 1-2 CT surgical cases daily, performing adult cardiac surgery including CABG and heart valve procedures, general thoracic surgery, ICU management of high-risk cases, and structural heart procedure support. Responsibilities and Duties
Manage an average of 1-2 cardiothoracic surgical cases per day. Perform adult cardiac surgery, including CABG (arterial revascularization using internal mammary arteries, radial artery; redo cases) and heart valve repair/replacement surgery. Conduct general thoracic surgery procedures, such as tube thoracostomy, tracheostomy, bronchoscopy, VATS decortication/lung biopsy, and pericardial window. Provide ICU management for high-risk cases, including Impella insertion/removal/bailout and medical management of critically ill patients. Offer structural heart procedure support within a hybrid OR/cath lab setting. Work in facilities equipped with one heart operating room and one hybrid operating room. Additional Information
Required Board Certification: Cardiothoracic Surgery Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) EMR: Epic Setting: Inpatient Call Schedule: Out of House Call Patients per day: 1-2 LOA: 12 days Benefits
Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
Worksite address
paducah, KY, 42001, US
Who can apply
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