Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Looking to bring your cardiovascular surgery expertise to the scenic heart of the Rockies? We re seeking a Board-Certified Cardiovascular Surgeon for ongoing locum tenens call coverage in Colorado Springs, CO . This is a Level 1 trauma hospital where your advanced surgical skills will truly make an impact. Work alongside a dedicated team of two physicians and five mid-levels in a high-acuity, adult-only hospital setting.

️ Schedule Overview:

• 1 2 weeks/month of 24-hour call coverage (6a 6a)

• Mix of weekends and vacation weekday call

• Ongoing need starting as soon as credentialed

• Flexible scheduling specific dates set after offer acceptance

Job Highlights:

• Competitive compensation (discussed upon application)

• All travel & lodging fully covered

• Comprehensive malpractice coverage

• Average: 1 2 admissions/day, 8 10 ICU patients, 1 2 surgeries/day

• No thoracic backup during coverage

• Epic EMR 12 ICU beds 400-bed facility

Required Expertise:

• Open Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgery

• CABG (on-pump & off-pump)

• Congenital repairs (ASD, VSD, PFO)

• Valve repair/replacement

• Aneurysm repair (cardiac & aorto-thoracic)

• ECMO cannulation & stabilization

Preferred Skills:

• Central/arterial/PA catheter lines

• Acute BP/volume management

• IABP insertion

Submission Requirements (Must be confirmed at name clear):

• Board Certified (CV Surgery)

• Active CO License or IMLC

• Able to perform all required procedures including dissections

• Recent case logs showing strong surgical volume

• ACLS/BLS (AHA only) or willingness to obtain

• COVID-19 vaccinated

• Clean malpractice/background

Ready to step into high-acuity cardiac care in one of the most beautiful cities in the country? Apply now and let us take care of the rest!