Lucrative Cardiothoracic Surgery Locums in Lexington, KY
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Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner
Location: Lexington, KY
Job Type: PRN / Locum Tenens
Overview:
A hospital-based opportunity is available for an experienced Nurse Practitioner with cardiothoracic surgery expertise. This role includes first assisting in the operating room as well as providing inpatient care across telemetry and ICU settings. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in cardiothoracic procedures and able to support surgeons in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation:
Daily call - $1500 includes 4 hour gratis
Call-back - $220/hr after 4 hours
Orientation $110/hr
Holiday 1.5x regular rate
Assignment Dates:
May 31 – June 13, 2026
June 6 – 8, 2026 (critical coverage)
July 20 – 26, 2026
Schedule:
One weekend per month (Friday 7:00 AM – Monday 7:00 AM)
1–2 call days per week
Ongoing vacation/PTO coverage
Practice Details:
Setting: Inpatient and Operating Room
EMR: Epic
Role provides direct support to cardiothoracic surgeons
Responsibilities:
First assist in cardiothoracic surgeries
Inpatient rounding and patient management
ICU and telemetry coverage
Perform procedures including:
Vein harvesting
Chest tube placement
Required Experience & Skills:
Proficiency in:
CABG
Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR)
Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR)
Thoracotomy and lung resection procedures
Strong procedural and surgical assisting experience
Requirements:
Board Certified Physician Assistant – Required
Active Kentucky License – Required
DEA – Required
ACLS & BLS – Required
Clean malpractice history – Preferred
NPDB Self-Query (within 30 days) – Required
Availability provided at time of presentation – Preferred
Credentialing:
Estimated timeframe: 90–110 days