Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Company: Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens
Location: Opelika
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

24 Hour Cardiothoracic Surgery Locums Job in Central Alabama Seeking 7-10 Days per Month of 24-Hour Call Coverage

Seeking around 7-10 days per month of coverage to help cover the ED/call schedule while working alongside a newly trained fellowship trained Cardiothoracic Surgeon that recently joined their team.

Dates of Coverage Needed:
Orientation to be scheduled the morning of your first shift
7am 7/17 - 7am 7/23 OR 7am 7/31 (your preference) + will have ongoing dates of 5-7 shifts per month thereafter

Details/Requirements for Assignment :
Location: One hour from Montgomery, Alabama
Active Alabama license required - WE CAN LICENSE IN 2 HOURS IF YOU HAVE IMLC
Board Certification or true Board Eligibility required
24-hour inpatient call coverage only; Will be covering the ED
Current staff:1 CT Surgeon (covering to allow him to have time off)
Must be willing to working alongside new surgeon & offer guidance as needed (when working alongside of staffed Surgeon)
Inpatient APP support + first assist
Level 3 Trauma Center, Cerner EMR
Approximately 280 CV Surgeries annually
Quick & easy privileging at this facility

Jackson and Coker offers:
+ Top Rated Malpractice Insurance
+ In-House Travel Agency
+ 24/7 Recruiter Availability
+ Experienced In-House Privileging Coordinators

Experience why Jackson and Coker has been recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts for our commitment to service excellence.

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Talk soon,
Shannon Brooks
Director of Accounts - Surgery Division, Alabama

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