
Thoracic Surgery Job in Richmond, Virginia
Locum Tenens Thoracic Surgeon (Call-Only) — Richmond, VA, Jan 16 2026 Start
Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC
Profession/Specialty:Thoracic Surgery
Location:Richmond, Virginia, United States
Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens
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Job Description
Job ID: Not provided
Location: Richmond, VA
Specialty: Thoracic Surgery
Position type: Locum Tenens — Call Only (Supplemental inpatient coverage)
Coverage period:
- Start: Jan 16, 2026 – Ongoing
- Shifts needed: Jan 16 (5:00 PM) to Jan 18 (7:00 AM); Feb 6 (5:00 PM) to Feb 8 (7:00 AM)
Call schedule: - 24-hour call (7:00 AM–7:00 AM)
Patient population: Adult and geriatric
Expected patient volume: 2–3 per shift
In-practice support: Hospitalist on site; OR and ICU support staff available
Facility: - 21 ORs
- EMR: Epic
- Hospital privileges required
- Mileage reimbursement and malpractice insurance provided
Procedures and clinical scope (expected/required competency):
- Bronchoscopy, navigational bronchoscopy, EBUS, EUS
- Robot-assisted thoracic surgery, VATS
- Tube thoracostomy, tracheostomy, pericardial window
- Mediastinoscopy, treatment of thoracic aortic aneurysms, mediastinal masses, thymomas
- Lung resections: segmentectomy, lobectomy, bilobectomy, pneumonectomy; thoracotomy; decortication
- Esophageal procedures: anti-reflux surgery, dysphagia, esophageal cancer management, Barrett’s esophagus
- Pleural effusion, pneumothorax management; pleural disease including mesothelioma
- Chest wall tumors and reconstruction; rib fracture fixation/plating
- Diaphragm plication, diaphragmatic hernia repair
- Tracheal stenosis management
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
- COPD and pulmonary fibrosis care
- Hemodialysis access (listed)
Requirements:
- Active Virginia medical license
- Board certified (BC) in Thoracic Surgery
- BLS and ACLS
- Local candidates preferred
Coverage/credentialing notes:
- Hospital privileges required prior to coverage
- Mileage reimbursement and malpractice insurance provided by facility
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About Adelphi Locums Organization
Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.