Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Syracuse, NY

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Cardiothoracic

Location : Syracuse, NY

Employer : Wellhart, LLC

Pay : Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Contract Duration : 75 Days

Start Date : ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery MD in Syracuse, New York, 13203!We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins on Feb 1, 2026, for a 75-day contract, offering Monday through Friday day shifts from 7am to 5pm. The surgeon will focus on hospital-based cardiac surgery, primarily in the operating room, with some ICU and floor coverage.Job DetailsLocation : New YorkStart Date : Feb 1, 2026LOA : 75 daysProvider Type Needed : Cardiothoracic SurgeonSchedule : Monday to Friday, 7 : 00am – 5 : 00pm; call varies (1-2 evenings per week, operating call from home; call ratio 1 / week)Responsibilities and DutiesPerform first assist in cardiac surgical proceduresHarvest veins and retrieve vascular tissues for bypass conduitsInsert chest tubes as neededProvide perioperative care in the operating room, with additional ICU and floor coverageParticipate in call rotation as scheduledMaintain high standards of patient safety and clinical excellenceAdditional InformationNCCPA requiredActive New York State license requiredBLS and ACLS requiredBoard certification in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery requiredMust have cardiac surgery operating experience including first assist and vein harvestRobotic surgery experience is a plusBenefitsStrong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical malpractice insurance providedDedicated recruiter for future travel opportunitiesWhat are Locum Tenens Jobs?Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

About Wellhart, LLCWellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

• Travel the United States and see new places.
• Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
• Set your own schedule.
• Earn more money than permanent providers.
• Experience new practice settings.
• Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!

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