Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgeon

JOB OVERVIEW

• JOB ID: JB-MO-CAVS-091026-227
  
• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Joplin, MO
  
• Service Setting: Inpatient
  
• Coverage Period: Dec 18, 2026 - Ongoing
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
  
• Shift Schedule: Starts at 7a; 6 to 8 hrs per shift
  
  • 1 to 2 weeks per month
• Call Schedule: TBD
  
• CABG: 130 CABG annually; TAVR volume is similar
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
  

OPEN SHIFTS
      Dec 18 7am to Jan 2 or Jan 3 or Jan 8

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR: Epic
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: BC/BE
  
• Active MO License or IMLC
  
• COVID & Flu vaccination
  
• ACLS
  
• Experienced
  

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in a broad spectrum of adult cardiac and vascular procedures, with valuable experience in general thoracic surgery; Will collaborate closely with our multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, pulmonologists, oncologists, and intensive care specialists to provide exceptional, comprehensive operative care. While the primary focus of this position is advanced cardiovascular surgery, the ability to manage and perform essential thoracic interventions is highly beneficial to meet our community's diverse clinical needs.