Location: Lansing, MI

Start Date: 05-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Friday, 5:00 PM - Monday morning (weekend night call; on-call/beeper 24 hrs), plus one week per month Monday-Friday on-site covering call and patient rounding (daytime)

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality adult cardiothoracic surgical care, including pre-op evaluation, operative management, and post-op follow-up
• Perform required procedures such as CABG, valve repair/replacement, lung resections, pneumonectomy, thoracotomy procedures, and mediastinal surgery
• Cover weekend night call (beeper/telephonic and in-person coverage as needed) and handle emergent consultations
• Round on hospitalized patients during assigned on-site weeks to ensure continuity of care and timely disposition
• Coordinate with anesthesia, ICU, nursing, and OR teams to optimize perioperative workflows and patient safety
• Document thoroughly in Epic and communicate treatment plans clearly to patients, families, and colleagues

Qualifications

• MD or DO with completion of residency and fellowship training in cardiothoracic surgery or equivalent surgical training
• Board certified or board eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery (or relevant surgical specialty)
• Current or the ability to obtain an active Michigan medical license in a timely manner
• Proven OR experience in cardiothoracic cases and comfort with a broad range of thoracic procedures
• Experience using Epic EMR for documentation and order entry
• Comfort with hospital-based practice, on-site rounding, and night/weekend call coverage
• Ability to complete credentialing process (credentialing timeframe approximately 90 days)

Education

• MD or DO degree
• Completed residency and fellowship training in cardiothoracic surgery or equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of adult cardiac and general thoracic surgical procedures
• Strong perioperative and critical care skills for complex surgical patients
• Proficiency with Epic for clinical documentation and coordination of care
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Ability to manage emergency consultations and operate efficiently in Level I trauma environment
• Effective decision-making under pressure during night and weekend coverage

Benefits

• Travel reimbursement and arranged travel logistics so you can focus on patients, not flights
• Hotel accommodations provided during assignments for a comfortable stay
• Support with ground transportation — rental car or mileage options available
• Credentialing assistance and a clear ~90-day onboarding timeline
• Work with a collegial, hospital-based team that values your expertise
• Opportunity to operate in dedicated CV ORs with a predictable OR schedule
• Meaningful clinical work with an adult patient population and Level I trauma exposure
• Flexible call arrangements—team is open to options so we can find the right fit

Travel Perks: Explore Lansing, MI

Lansing is a vibrant mid-Michigan hub with plenty to explore between cases. Enjoy the historic Michigan State Capitol and the nearby Michigan State University campus in East Lansing, stroll or bike the scenic Lansing River Trail, and check out Old Town Lansing’s shops, galleries, and restaurants. Family-friendly attractions include Potter Park Zoo and Impression 5 Science Center. For car-side adventures, Lake Lansing and the Grand Ledge rapids are great weekend escapes, and you’re a reasonable drive from Detroit or Grand Rapids for day trips.

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