Cardiothoracic Surgeon – Locum Tenens – Coon Rapids, MN | Heather Kylen, Sr. Recruiter – Aya Locums

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I’m sharing a new Cardiothoracic Surgery locum opportunity in Minnesota—Level II Trauma, strong CT volume, and a highly structured call rotation. Full job details are attached for easy review.

If you're open to a March start and have strong CT experience, this one may be a great fit.

• Location: Coon Rapids, MN
• Setting: Acute Care Hospital | Level II Trauma
• Start Date: 3/9/2026 (emergency temps available for clean files)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (flexible)
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens (1099)
• Pay Range: $280–$315/hr (call to discuss full structure)
• 1 in 3 call week rotation
• During call week:
  • Day shift
  • Overnight call (5 PM – 7 AM)
  • Weekend 24-hour call
• Call is required
• MN license or IMLC required (no licensing candidates accepted)

Predominantly routine cardiothoracic surgery including:

• CABG / Valves / Routine CT
• Aortic aneurysms
• Aortic dissections
• Minimally invasive & robotic heart surgery
• Thoracoscopic surgery
• TAVR / Structural Heart
• LVAD
• Pacemaker
• TEE / Cardioversion
• Congenital heart surgery
• Esophageal (minimally invasive)
• Carotid endarterectomy

Approximate Annual Volumes:

• 250 CABG/Valves
• 200 TAVRs
• 100 Clips
• 35 Lead extractions

Not included:

• Oncology lung cases (sent to another facility)
• No EP cases

Ideal candidates are proficient in Cardiothoracic + Vascular procedures; flexibility offered.

• Level II Trauma
• Clean-file emergency temps available (committee meets Jan 5, 2026)
• Requires MN license or IMLC (no exceptions)
• 2 openings
• Strong clinical support and structured environment

If this aligns with your schedule and skill set, feel free to reach out directly and I can walk you through the next steps.

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Heather Kylen, RN Sr. Recruiting Consultant – Aya Locums P: 858.283.4404 E: heather.kylen@ayahealthcare.com

About Aya Locums

Aya Locums is a leading healthcare staffing provider and locum tenens company matching physicians and advanced practitioners with top facilities across the country. Working as a locum tenens provider should be simple and hassle free. That’s why you can trust us to provide you with an exceptional experience throughout your entire assignment, so you can focus on what you do best… saving lives.