Cardiothoracic / Vascular Surgery Locum Tenens Physician

Position Overview

One of our Partners in Minnesota is seeking a Board-Certified Cardiovascular Surgeon to provide locum tenens coverage for its established, high-volume cardiac surgery program. This assignment offers predictable weekday OR coverage, a structured 1-in-3 call rotation, and Top 5–10% national provider compensation based on 2026 locum benchmarks.

Pay Ranking: Top 5–10% nationally (provider pay only, 2026 data)

Assignment Highlights

• Level II Trauma Center with established CV surgery service

• Predominantly routine cardiac cases (CABG, valves)

• Structured 1:3 call rotation with defined call weeks

• Emergency temporary privileges available for clean files

• Prepaid travel and lodging

• Malpractice insurance provided

• HPA Healthcare is a Joint Commission–certified agency

Job Responsibilities

• Perform adult cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgical procedures

• Provide weekday operative coverage and inpatient rounding

• Participate in overnight and weekend call during assigned call weeks

• Support structural heart cases and standby coverage

• Collaborate with cardiology, anesthesia, perfusion, and ICU teams

Skills & Experience

• Board Certified in Cardiothoracic / Cardiovascular Surgery

• Strong CABG and valve experience required

• Comfortable with aortic pathology and structural heart exposure

• Flexibility across cardiac and vascular procedures preferred

• Active Minnesota license or IMLC required

Coverage Schedule

Standard Schedule

• Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (10-hour days)

• 1 in 3 call rotation

Call Structure (during call weeks)

• Night call: 12-hour blocks

• Weekend: 24-hour call coverage