ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking a full-time locum Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 3 6-month assignment beginning February or March, with potential extension into 2026 and possible permanent hire. This hospital-based role covers inpatient surgical care, including OR, ICU, ER, and floor rounding. The position supports coverage due to a leave of absence and provider departure.
Dates & ScheduleCoverage Start: February/March 2026
Assignment Length: 3 6 months, with potential extension into 2026
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Call: Nights and weekends (approximately 7 8 calls per month)
Call Rotation: 1:3
Average Cases: 2 cases per day
Setting: Hospital-based (OR, ICU, ER, inpatient floors)
Trauma Level: Level I
Annual ER Volume: 85,000 visits
Operating Rooms: 3
Credentialing Timeline: days
EMR: EPIC
Perform cardiothoracic surgical procedures for adult and geriatric patients
Provide inpatient care including OR cases, ICU management, and ER/floor rounding
Participate in call rotation (nights/weekends)
Utilize EPIC for documentation
Work alongside a full complement of ancillary staff
Required Procedures Include:
CABG (including Off-Pump and Redo Coronary Revascularization)
Arterial revascularization (Internal Mammary, Radial, Gastroepiploic arteries)
Descending and thoracic aortic aneurysm repair
Heart valve repair and replacement (including Mitral Valve Repair)
CoreValve System procedures
Tube thoracostomy
Pericardial window
Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery (Required)
Active Connecticut Medical License (Required; CT only)
BLS and ACLS Certifications (Required)
Local Provider Requirement: Mileage reimbursement only; address required at submission
Self-Query NPDB: Completed within one month of presentation (Required)
Experience in high-acuity, Level I trauma hospital settings preferred