Locum Tenens Cardio Thoracic Surgeon Opportunity Near AUGUSTA, WI

Are you a skilled Cardio Thoracic Surgeon seeking a challenging and rewarding locum tenens opportunity? We are currently looking for a dedicated physician to join our team near AUGUSTA, WI. This long-term vacancy, starting from February 14, 2024, and ongoing, presents a unique chance to make a significant impact on patient care.

Coverage Details:

• Specialties: Thoracic Surgery - Cardio Thoracic Surgery


• Department: Cardio Thoracic Surgery


• Start Date: 02-14-2024


• End Date: Ongoing


• Reason for Coverage: Long-Term Vacancy - Permanent Search


• Allowed Holidays: Labor Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, 4th of July, Christmas Eve (1/2 Day Commencing at Noon), Thanksgiving Day


• Providers Requested: 1


• Provider Type: Physician


• Request Type: Locum Tenens


• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Plus Call


• EMR System: Cerner


• Multiple Providers Accepted: Yes


• Practice Setting: Outpatient, Inpatient


• Inpatient/Outpatient Requirement: Yes


• Hospital/Surgery Center Privileges: Required


• Admissions Required: Yes


• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes


• Hospital Stroke Certified: Yes


• Patients Per Shift: 8-10


• Bed In Department: TBD


• Rounding: Both

Practice Details:

• Board Certification Requirement: Yes


• Fellowship: Required


• Minimum Board Certification: Eligible


• Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS


• License Requirement: Active in WI


• Allow Bids from Providers with IMLC: Yes


• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe (Days): 60


• Support Staff: RN: 0, MA: 1, PA/NPs: 3, Office Staff: 1


• Insurance Provided By: Vendor

Call Details:

• Call Type: Beeper


• Call Response Time Required: 15 min.


• Phone Consults: TBD


• Call Ratio: 1:1


• Patients Seen: 8-10


• Call Back %: TBD


• Admissions: TBD


• Locums Call For: Both

Specialty Skills:

• Thoracic Surgery - Cardio Thoracic Surgery

Other Details:

• In need of call coverage Jan. 11-29, Feb. 5-22, Mar. 4-7, April 2-18, and April 29 forward.


• WI license and DEA required for Jan. dates due to credentialing.


• Physician must have a WI license & DEA or be willing to obtain a WI Act 10 temporary license and transfer an out-of-state DEA to WI.


• Shifts structured as 24/7 call coverage, 7 am-7 am. May see a few office patients during the day.


• Total patients for inpatient and outpatient combined: Yes


• Clinic plus call: Yes, with the number of calls varying.

Job Questions:

• Different Credentialing/Privileging Process for MCHS Hospital-Marshfield & MMC-Weston? No, same process for all locations.


• Decision-Making Timeline and Process? ASAP


• Number of MDs on Site? Locum will be the only surgeon on-site.

Job ID: j-188536

If you are a Cardio Thoracic Surgeon ready for a challenging yet fulfilling opportunity, apply now and be a vital part of our healthcare team near AUGUSTA, WI. This position provides a chance to enhance your skills, contribute to patient care, and enjoy the serene surroundings of the AUGUSTA area.