Cardiothoracic Surgery Locums in Illinois - 1-2 Weekends Monthly
*Pick up weekend cardiothoracic surgery shifts in Illinois; great option to maintain skills with low commitment. *
Highlights
- Only 1–2 weekends per month; you choose
- Ongoing need starting April 2026
- Temporary privileges available
- Pager call only; no clinic
Practice Setting
- Inpatient hospital setting
- Daily census around 7 patients
- CVU team supports rounding and patient questions
- 3 admissions per shift on average
Schedule
- Friday 10am to Monday 5am
- Weekend call only, 30-minute response time
- No long-term commitment
Cases and Procedures
- CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting); case log required
- Post-op cardiothoracic management
- Referrals from Cardiology
- AM rounding and as-needed visits for changes in condition
Requirements
- Board Certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
- Active Illinois license
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, DEA
- Clean background required
Credentialing
- 120 days for full privileges
- Temporary privileges available
Travel Accommodations
- All travel, lodging, and rental car costs covered
- Airfare included
*1–2 weekends per month still open; let’s connect to find your best fit. *
Compensation Details
$475-515/hour
Location Insights
A
Access to Parks
A
Commute
A-
Cost of Living
B+
Access to Restaurants
B+
Overall
B
Access to Outdoor Activities
Total Population
39,441
Median Rent
$776
Median Home Value
$141,200
Median Income
$54,199
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