Locum Tenens Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed in IN

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 91-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Indiana. This opportunity begins on Dec 22, 2025, and features 24-hour call coverage. The ideal candidate will provide adult cardiac and general thoracic surgical care, managing a range of complex procedures throughout the assignment.

Job Details

• Location: Indiana
• Start Date: Dec 22, 2025
• LOA: 91 days
• Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
• Schedule: 24-hour call coverage from Dec 22, 2025, to Jan 5, 2026, with potential for ongoing sporadic coverage

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform adult cardiac surgeries, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and arterial revascularization using internal mammary, radial, and gastroepiploic arteries
• Conduct redo coronary revascularization with or without heart valve surgery
• Manage tube thoracostomy and pericardial window procedures
• Perform general thoracic surgeries including thoracotomy lung biopsy, lung resections and pneumonectomy, thoracotomy decortication, chest wall resection and reconstruction, mediastinal surgery, and mediastinotomy with biopsy
• Complete heart valve repair and replacement surgeries, including CoreValve system and mitral valve repair

Additional Information

• Must hold an active Indiana medical license
• Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification required
• Experience with adult patient populations necessary

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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