Locums - Kearney, Nebraska - Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Opening (IMLC Accepted)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 DetailsCoverage Dates:July 14 - July 25; 7a - 7aAug 11 - Aug 17; 7a - 7aAug 30 - Sept 01; 7a - 7aSept 08 and ongoingSchedule: 24-hour cardiothoracic surgery coverageFTE: PRNPractice Setting: Hospital-basedTrauma Designation: Level II Trauma CenterReason for Coverage: Current cardiothoracic surgeon on vacationEMR: EPICClinical ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical coveragePerform Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) proceduresPerform heart valve repair and replacement surgeriesDeliver thoracic surgical coverage as neededRespond to consults and emergency surgical casesCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient careParticipate in 24-hour call coverage during assigned datesRequirementsBoard Certification: Cardiovascular or Cardiothoracic Surgery - RequiredLicensure:Active Nebraska medical license - Highly PreferredIMLC candidates accepted with Letter of Qualification (LOQ) in handCertifications:ACLS - RequiredBLS - RequiredDEA - RequiredMalpractice: 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 - RequiredExperience: Demonstrated expertise in both cardiac and thoracic surgical proceduresWhy Kearney, Nebraska?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 ProvidesA+ rated malpractice coverageWeekly direct deposit24/7 dedicated recruiter supportProfessional onboarding and credentialing assistancePrepaid travel and lodgingRecruitWell's Core ValuesOpen communicationSense of urgencyTeamworkAccountabilityDriven to winHigher consciousness