Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Job Description
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: Call only
• Call Schedule: 7a-7a; 24-hr calls
• Includes 6 to 8 hrs per shift of scheduled OR/surgery on weekdays
• 1 to 2 weeks per month
• Call Schedule: TBD
• CABG: 130 CABG annually; TAVR volume is similar
• Support Staff: Great APP support (APPsround on patients, assist with consults) & OR Team (first-assist)
• 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.