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Protean Med LLC

Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Protean Med LLC, Colorado Springs

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Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Position Type: Locum Physician Cardiovascular Surgery

Overview

Hospital-based opportunity for a Board-Certified Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon to provide locum coverage at a Level I trauma center. The role includes high-acuity cardiac and thoracic surgical cases, inpatient care, and on-call responsibilities with strong mid-level support.

Practice Highlights

  • Setting: Hospital-based, 100% Adult

  • Patient Load: hospital-based patients/day

  • Average Daily Volume: 1 2 admissions 8 10 ICU patients 1 2 surgeries

  • Facility Size: 400 beds 12 ICU beds

  • Trauma Level: I

  • Team: 2 physicians + 5 mid-level providers

  • EMR: Epic

  • Coverage: Required to supervise and provide clinical oversight during call

  • Reason for Coverage: Staffing changes, backfill need

  • Credentialing: 90 days

  • No other thoracic surgeons present during locum coverage

Required Procedures

  • General CV/Thoracic Surgery open

  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery on-pump & off-pump

  • Congenital Defect Repairs (ASD, VSD, PFO)

  • Valvular Repair & Replacement

  • Aneurysm Repair Cardiac & Aorto-thoracic

  • ECMO Cannulation & stabilization for transfer

  • TAVRs, Lead Extraction, Mitraclips

  • Aortic Surgery (emphasis strongly preferred)

Preferred Skills:

  • Acute volume/BP management

  • Central line, arterial line, PA catheter, IABP insertions

Candidate Requirements

  • Board Certified Required

  • Active Colorado License or Active IMLC Required

  • Strong cardiac surgical experience (must be able to perform heart surgery) Required

  • Dissections with recent case logs Required (Excel format at name clear)

  • Strong surgical case volume Required

  • ACLS & BLS (AHA only) Required (or willing to obtain AHA)

  • COVID Vaccination Required

  • Clean background / No malpractice Required

Schedule & Coverage

  • 24-hour call coverage

  • Mix of admissions, ICU care, and surgeries

  • Must be available for surgical procedures and oversight

Why Colorado Springs, CO?

Colorado Springs offers a vibrant lifestyle with stunning mountain views, access to outdoor recreation, and a growing medical community. It combines the benefits of a bustling city with easy access to nature.

How to Apply

If interested, please submit your CV, case logs, and availability for immediate consideration.