Locum Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon
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Job description
HCEPInc is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to support an established Cardiovascular Service Line in Topeka, Kansas. This opportunity is available due to the retirement of a current surgeon and offers the ability to join a collaborative, high-performing cardiac surgery program with strong APP, CVICU, OR, and perfusion support.
The ideal candidate will be a board-certified or board-eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon with current experience performing adult cardiac surgery, valve procedures, and complex cardiovascular interventions. Providers with TAVR, TCAR, vascular, and thoracic surgery experience are highly desired.
Schedule: Combination of clinic, OR, rounding, and call coverage
Assignment Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: October 1, 2026
Location: Topeka, KS
Coverage Need: Part-Time Locum Coverage
Weekly compensation: Between $16,199 – $16,599 (all-in), with flexibility in how the package is structured based on candidate needs. Compensation may include a combination of taxable wages, per diems (if eligible), and reimbursements.
Benefits: Dedicated credentialing support, malpractice coverage assistance, streamlined onboarding, weekly compensation, and ongoing recruiter support throughout the assignment.
Job Responsibilities
Perform consultations, evaluations, surgical procedures, and postoperative management.
Participate in clinic, operating room, rounding, and call responsibilities.
Collaborate with APPs, CVICU staff, perfusionists, nursing teams, and ancillary departments to deliver high-quality patient care.
Manage adult cardiac surgery patients throughout the continuum of care.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with facility standards and policies.
Document patient encounters and procedural activities accurately and timely.
Qualifications
Adult Cardiac Surgery experience required.
Current BLS certification required.
Current ACLS certification required.
Active DEA registration required.
Strong experience performing open cardiac and valve procedures required.
TAVR, TCAR, vascular, and thoracic surgery experience highly preferred.
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills required.
Working Hours
Approximately two weeks of weekday call coverage per month.
One weekend of call coverage per month.
Approximately twelve (12) call shifts per month.
Call schedule: 7:00 AM - 7:00 AM (24-hour call).
Skills
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR)
Mitral Valve Replacement/Repair (MVR)
Thoracic Procedures
Vascular Procedures
Carotid Procedures
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR)
Endovascular AAA Repairs