Locum Tenens Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed in GA

  • ID: 220440A
  • Updated July 8th, 2026

  • Job ID 220440A
  • Job Title Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State GA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

Our client in Georgia is seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon Physician for a 48-day assignment starting Jul 17, 2026. This role involves 24-hour out-of-house call, covering 7a to 7a shifts. You will primarily manage heart and lung cases, focusing on cardiac procedures like CABGs, trauma, and AAAs, with an emphasis on cardiac over thoracic cases.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide 24-hour out-of-house call coverage
  • Manage heart and lung cases
  • Focus on cardiac cases, as permanent staff typically handles thoracic cases
  • Perform procedures including CABGs, trauma cases, and AAAs
  • Experience with robotic lung surgeries is a plus


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • EMR: Epic


Benefits

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


What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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