Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Cardiac Surgeon (Locum Tenens) Paducah, KY

High-Acuity Surgical Role at a Premier Regional Referral Center
Are you a Board-Certified Cardiac Surgeon looking for a focused surgical role in the Mid-South? A prominent regional medical center in Paducah is seeking a dedicated surgeon to support their advanced cardiac program. This facility operates as a regional hub, offering sophisticated technologies and medical specialties across four states, including western Kentucky and southern Illinois.
The Opportunity

Join a collaborative surgical environment supported by a dedicated CT surgery anesthesia team, experienced First Assists proficient in Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvesting, and a highly helpful ICU staff.
Clinical Scope:

The role has a heavy cardiac focus, with thoracic procedures preferred but not required. Responsibilities include CABG (arterial revascularization), heart valve repair/replacement, and general thoracic procedures such as VATS decortication and pericardial windows.

Critical Care:

Must be proficient in the ICU management of high-risk cases, specifically

Impella insertion, removal, and bailout , as well as the medical management of critically ill adult and geriatric patients.

Procedural Support:

Provide structural heart procedure support within a modern Hybrid OR and Cath Lab.

Caseload:

Manage 1 2 CT surgical cases per day within a facility that sees an annual ER volume of 30,000.

Schedule:

24-hour shifts (7:00 AM 7:00 AM). Seeking a provider for

7 shifts per month .

Technology:

Fully integrated

EPIC

EMR.

Location: Paducah, KY

Known as "Quilt City USA" and a UNESCO Creative City, Paducah offers a unique blend of river-town charm and world-class artistry.
Riverfront Culture:

Located at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee Rivers, the historic downtown features the famous floodwall murals and a vibrant riverfront park.

Arts & Entertainment:

Explore the Lower Town Arts District, home to galleries, boutiques, and the National Quilt Museum.

Outdoor Recreation:

A short drive to the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, providing thousands of acres for hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing.

Accessibility:

Paducah offers a high quality of life with a low cost of living, serving as a cultural and medical anchor for the four-state region.

Compensation & Travel

24-Hour Rate:

$4,290.00 per shift

(includes 2 hours of gratis patient contact).

Call-Back:

$390.00 per hour

after gratis hours.

Orientation:

$351.00 per hour.

Travel Support:

Standard travel reimbursement applies, including approximately $150/night for lodging and standard/economy rates for airfare and rental cars.

Candidate Requirements

To maintain the high standards of this regional referral center, candidates must meet the following:
Board Certification:

Must be Board Certified in Thoracic/Cardiac Surgery.

Clinical Expertise:

Mandatory experience in

Impella support

(Insertion/Removal/Bailout) and

Structural Heart Support .

Licensure:

Active

Kentucky State Medical License

is preferred; the facility is willing to wait for highly qualified candidates to obtain a license.

Certifications:

Active

BLS

is required.

Background:

A completely clean background is required for this position.

Documentation:

A current Self-Query NPDB report (pulled within the last 30 days) is required at the time of presentation.

If you are a skilled Cardiac Surgeon ready to provide expert care in a technologically advanced regional center, we invite you to apply. This role is essential for maintaining life-saving cardiac services for the western Kentucky community apply today to connect with our recruitment team!