Barton Associates
We are seeking a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Connecticut, starting Feb 2, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Friday schedule from 6:45 AM to 5 PM, with approximately 7-8 night and weekend calls per month. The assignment offers the chance to work with advanced cardiac and thoracic procedures in a dynamic clinical environment, with potential for extension or permanent hire.
Job Details
Location: Connecticut
Start Date: Feb 2, 2026
LOA: 90 days
Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:45 AM – 5 PM; call schedule includes approximately 7-8 nights/weekends per month
Responsibilities and Duties
Perform procedures including descending aortic aneurysm repair, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), off-pump CABG, and arterial revascularization using internal mammary, radial, and gastroepiploic arteries
Manage redo coronary revascularization cases
Conduct tube thoracostomy and pericardial window procedures
Address thoracic aortic aneurysms and perform heart valve repair/replacement surgeries
Utilize CoreValve System and perform mitral valve repairs
Additional Information
Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
Active Connecticut medical license required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
Local providers preferred
Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel-related expenses covered
A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What 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.
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Job Details
Location: Connecticut
Start Date: Feb 2, 2026
LOA: 90 days
Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:45 AM – 5 PM; call schedule includes approximately 7-8 nights/weekends per month
Responsibilities and Duties
Perform procedures including descending aortic aneurysm repair, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), off-pump CABG, and arterial revascularization using internal mammary, radial, and gastroepiploic arteries
Manage redo coronary revascularization cases
Conduct tube thoracostomy and pericardial window procedures
Address thoracic aortic aneurysms and perform heart valve repair/replacement surgeries
Utilize CoreValve System and perform mitral valve repairs
Additional Information
Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
Active Connecticut medical license required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
Local providers preferred
Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel-related expenses covered
A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What 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.
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