Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician
RecruitWell, Kearney, NE, United States
Duration: Full Time
Position Overview:RecruitWell is seeking a Board-Certified Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon to provide 24-hour locum tenens coverage in Kearney, Nebraska. This PRN opportunity is ideal for an experienced surgeon comfortable with both cardiac and thoracic procedures at a Level II Trauma Center. Coverage is needed for specific dates with the potential for ongoing assignments.
Assignment Details- Coverage Dates:
- May 1 - May 6, 2026
- June 19 - June 21, 2026
- July 1, 2026, and ongoing
- Schedule: 24-hour cardiothoracic surgery coverage
- FTE: PRN
- Practice Setting: Hospital-based
- Trauma Designation: Level II Trauma Center
- Reason for Coverage: Current cardiothoracic surgeon on vacation
- EMR: EPIC
- Provide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical coverage
- Perform Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) procedures
- Perform heart valve repair and replacement surgeries
- Deliver thoracic surgical coverage as needed
- Respond to consults and emergency surgical cases
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care
- Participate in 24-hour call coverage during assigned dates
- Board Certification: Cardiovascular or Cardiothoracic Surgery - Required
- Licensure:
- Active Nebraska medical license - Highly Preferred
- IMLC candidates accepted with Letter of Qualification (LOQ) in hand
- Certifications:
- ACLS - Required
- BLS - Required
- ATLS - Required
- DEA - Required
- Malpractice: Clean malpractice history - Highly Preferred (candidates with pending claims will not be considered for name clear)
- Availability: Must confirm availability at the time of name clear - Required
- Experience: Demonstrated expertise in both cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures
Kearney offers a welcoming community with a high quality of life and easy access to outdoor recreation. Known for its scenic landscapes and the annual Sandhill Crane migration, the city provides a relaxed environment while still offering excellent healthcare facilities. Its central location makes travel convenient for locum tenens providers.
What RecruitWell Provides- A+ rated malpractice coverage
- Weekly direct deposit
- 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
- Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
- Prepaid travel and lodging
- Open communication
- Sense of urgency
- Teamwork
- Accountability
- Driven to win
- Higher consciousness