Description

Cardiothoracic Surgery Locums in Illinois - Only 1-2 Weekends Per Month

This Cardiothoracic Surgery Locums assignment in Illinois offers the ideal opportunity to maintain your surgical skills and supplement your income with flexible, short-term coverage. We have an ongoing need starting in Spring 2026, and only need 1-2 weekends per month to fill the gap in coverage. Let's talk about how this can fit your professional and personal life.

Highlights

• Only 1-2 weekends per month still available-you choose the dates that work with your schedule.
• Ongoing need starting April 2026 for PRN coverage.
• Travel and lodging provided for this locums assignment.
• Malpractice insurance included.

Practice Setting

• Inpatient setting.
• Daily census of approximately 7 patients.
• Average 3 admissions per shift.
• CVU team assists with patient questions during rounds.

Schedule

• Shift-Based coverage for 1-2 weekends per month.
• No long-term commitment required for this assignment.
• Pager call with a 30-minute response time for emergent cases.

Procedures and Cases

• Primarily managing CABG cases post-surgery.
• Performing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (must have case log).
• Handling Cardiothoracic Surgery referrals from Cardiology.
• AM rounding and as needed for post-surgical patients if changes in condition.

Requirements

• Board Certification in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery required.
• Active Illinois State Medical License.
• Must present a 24-month Case Log at the start of credentialing.
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and DEA.

Credentialing Requirements

• Credentialing timeframe is 120 days.
• Temporary privileges are available for faster starts.
• Must have a clean background for consideration.

Travel Accommodations

• Travel and lodging provided for the duration of the assignment.

Ready to explore your options for flexible, weekend coverage? Reach out to me today for more details.