Job Highlights
Work alongside a seasoned NP and OR team in Iowa on this high-impact Cardiothoracic Surgery locums assignment.
Practice Setting
- Hospital-based environment with clinic backup support
- NP covers clinic and rounds with surgeon on weekdays
- Dedicated CT/CV surgeon office with RNFA and nurse support
- Adult patient population only
- Mix of consults and surgical volume
Schedule
- Weeklong blocks: Mon–Thurs 8a–5p, Fri 8a–4p
- Includes weeknight and 24-hour weekend call
- NP provides primary coverage during clinic hours
- Locum covers inpatient consults, rounds, and emergent cases
Procedures and Cases
- Required: Cardiac (open heart), thoracic (chest surgery)
- Preferred: Vascular (AAA bypass), TAVR, valve replacements, thoracotomies
- Chest tube placement and endarterectomies as needed
Requirements
- Board Certified/Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery (CAQ required)
- BLS certification
- 36 months of experience
- Open to IMLC physicians with active LOQ
Credentialing Requirements
- 60–90 day timeframe
- Will wait for licensure with active IMLC LOQ
Travel Accommodations
- Full travel and lodging provided for locum
Let me know if you'd like to explore this Iowa-based assignment further.
Location Insights
A-
Access to Parks
A-
Overall
B+
Cost of Living
B+
Public Schools
B
Access to Restaurants
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Total Population
7,803
Median Rent
$820
Median Home Value
$282,800
Median Income
$116,956
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