Locum Tenens Physician - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Needed in LA

  • ID: 219623A
  • Updated June 19th, 2026

  • Job ID 219623A
  • Job Title Physician - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State LA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

Our client in Louisiana is actively seeking a skilled Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeon for a 14-day assignment starting Jul 13, 2026. This role involves inpatient rounding, surgical consults, and emergency room call coverage within a trauma facility. The incoming physician will handle a variety of complex cases, contributing to critical patient care needs.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Inpatient rounding
  • Surgical consults
  • Emergency Room call coverage
  • Work within a trauma facility
  • Perform Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Perform Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
  • Perform Thoracotomies
  • Perform Lobectomies
  • Perform Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repairs
  • Perform Arterial Bypasses
  • Perform Aortic Valve Replacements


Additional Information

  • Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
  • Experience with Epic EMR system


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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