Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Job description

Location:

Portsmouth, OH

Portsmouth offers a picturesque setting along the Ohio River with a rich history and small-town charm. The city provides easy access to multiple major airports including Columbus, Cincinnati, and Huntington, making travel convenient for locum assignments.

Facility:

This medical center is a well-established healthcare facility serving the southern Ohio region. The facility features a 28-bed department with comprehensive cardiac and thoracic surgery capabilities, providing critical care services to the local community.

Opportunity:

Physician - Thoracic Surgery - Cardio Thoracic Surgery

Job Details:

• Provide locum coverage for either July 19 from 8am-4pm OR July 17 at 4pm through July 19 until 4pm

• Handle call coverage and patient rounding responsibilities

• Manage approximately 10 patient encounters per shift

• Perform general cardiovascular and thoracic surgery procedures

• Conduct coronary artery bypass surgery (on pump required)

• Perform valvular repair and cardiac aneurysm repair procedures

• Execute lung resection procedures including VATs

• Evaluate and manage acute volume and blood pressure issues

• Insert central lines, arterial lines, and PA catheters

• Must be board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery

• Require active Ohio medical license or IMLC eligibility

• ACLS and BLS certifications required

• On-site orientation required before starting call coverage

• Credentialing timeframe approximately 30 days

• Discounted hotel accommodations available

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.

Who can apply

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