Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Paducah, KY

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Paducah, KY
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: 12/24/2026

About the Position

We are seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 12-day assignment in Kentucky, starting Dec 24, 2026. This role involves 24-hour shifts (7a-7a) and focuses on adult cardiac surgery, including CABG and heart valve procedures, general thoracic surgery, ICU management for high-risk patients, and structural heart procedure support, typically managing 1-2 CT surgical cases per day.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform adult cardiac surgery, including CABG (arterial revascularization using internal mammary arteries, radial artery; redo cases).
• Execute heart valve repair and replacement surgery.
• Conduct general thoracic surgery procedures (tube thoracostomy, tracheostomy, bronchoscopy, VATS decortication/lung biopsy, pericardial window).
• Manage ICU cases for critically ill patients, including Impella insertion/removal/bailout.
• Provide structural heart procedure support in hybrid OR/cath lab settings.
• Average 1-2 CT surgical cases per day.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Cardiothoracic Surgery
• EMR: Epic
• Shift hours: 7a-7a
• Number of Operating Rooms: 1 Heart, 1 Hybrid

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities