Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Northern Virginia

• Job Reference Id: ORD-224210-MD-VA
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: January 2027 - Ongoing
• Shift Type: 24-Hour Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This mid-sized hospital maintains established clinical infrastructure and protocols to support locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery coverage across inpatient settings. The facility operates on-site and provides the resources necessary to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period. Support staff, including full-time and part-time APPs and a SICU PA-C, are available on-site to assist with continuity of care for the cardiothoracic surgery service line.

The region offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of attractions suited to varied interests. The area features outdoor recreation, historical sites, shopping destinations, and cultural experiences. Wineries, vineyards, and year-round activities provide a diverse mix of opportunities for those seeking engagement beyond the clinical setting.

The cardiothoracic surgeon will provide inpatient coverage Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with an average of 7-10 patients during daily rounding. Call is a required component of this assignment, structured as weeknight call from 5:00 PM to 7:00 AM and 24-hour weekend call from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM. The clinician must maintain availability to respond to cardiothoracic surgical cases throughout each designated call period. Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery is required for consideration.

• Case Load/PPD: 7-10 patients per day during rounding
• Support Staff: 5 FT APPs, 2 PT APPs, 1 PT SICU PA-C
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule: 24 hour call
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No

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