Job Details

JB-MO-CATS-072726-10285
Start Date 07/27/2026
End Date 11/28/2026
Description

We are seeking 2 to 3 Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeons to provide ongoing, 24-hour call coverage for a major healthcare system in Missouri. This high-volume assignment requires coverage for approximately 20 shifts per month, making it ideal for providers looking for robust monthly shift blocks.


?Position Overview

  • Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • End Date: November 28, 2026
  • Coverage Type: Call Only (24-Hour Continuous Call Blocks: 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM)
  • Volume/Capacity: Facility is seeking a couple of locum surgeons to collaboratively cover 20 call shifts per month.


Clinical Scope & Responsibilities

  • Duties: Emergency CT surgical call, emergency department consults, inpatient rounding, and emergent surgical procedures/call-backs during coverage blocks.



Requirements & Qualifications

  • Board Certification: Board Certified (BC) in Cardiothoracic Surgery required.
  • Licensure: Active Missouri (MO) medical license.
  • Required Certifications: * BLS
  • ACLS
  • ATLS


Practice & Facility Details

  • Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Epic
  • Credentialing Timeline: 90 Days

Job Summary

Location Joplin, Missouri
Job Type Locum
Profession Physician
Board BC
Coverage Type Call Only

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