Physician Surgery-Thoracic - Competitive Salary

Job Description Are you a Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon looking for a flexible locum opportunity with weekend call coverage? Join a leading hospital-based surgical team in Lansing, MI and provide high-level cardiac and thoracic care in a well-supported, Level I Trauma environment. Location: Lansing, Michigan Michigan's capital city offers a vibrant downtown, cultural attractions, beautiful parks, and easy access to major Midwest cities Position Overview Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery Position Type: Locum Tenens Start Date: May 1, 2026 (or ASAP) Setting: Hospital-Based Trauma Level: Level I EMR: Epic Patient Population: Adult Average Volume: ~1 case per weekend Schedule & Call Preferred Coverage: Friday Evening - Monday Morning Call Requirement: Yes (24-hour call) Additional Coverage: 1 week of call per month (open to options) Weekend Coverage Required Surgical Capabilities Work with: 2 Dedicated CV Surgery ORs (Daytime Access) Advanced surgical support and infrastructure Required Procedures: Adult Cardiac Surgery General Thoracic Surgery CABG Heart Valve Repair/Replacement Tube Thoracostomy Pericardial Window Thoracotomy (Lung Biopsy, Resection, Pneumonectomy) Thoracotomy Decortication Mediastinal Surgery Required Qualifications Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery Active Michigan License (or willing to obtain) BLS, ACLS & PALS Certifications NPDB Self-Query (within 30 days) Clean malpractice and license history (highly preferred) Travel & Expenses Covered Flight Hotel Rental Car or IRS Mileage Malpractice Coverage Credentialing Timeframe Approximately 90 Days Submission Requirements Updated CV / Work History Skill Checklist 2 Current Supervisory References