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Locums Cardiothoracic Surgery PA or NP - Weekend/Vacation Coverage (Lexington, KY)

NP - Cardiac Surgery
Lexington, Kentucky
AAS Healthcare Staffing
Full-time
Locum Tenens
In-person

We’re looking for a locum Cardiothoracic Surgery PA or NP to join a team in Lexington, Kentucky, covering primarily weekends and providing vacation relief. This is a hands-on role for someone with solid cardiothoracic experience who’s comfortable first assisting on major cardiac and thoracic cases and managing patients across the OR, ICU, and telemetry. What you’ll do • Provide 24-hour coverage, focused on weekend shifts and vacation coverage • Run approximately 1-2 call days per week and about one weekend of call per month • Weekend cal...

Living and Working in Kentucky

Key information for cardiac surgery nurse practitioners considering jobs in Kentucky.

Cost of living
90 / 100

About 10% below the national average.

Source: BEA | Data as of: 9/28/2026

Median home value
$205,600

Well below the U.S. median.

Source: Census ACS | Data as of: 9/28/2026

Property tax
~0.8%

Below the national average. About $1,544/yr on a median home.

Source: Census ACS | Data as of: 9/28/2026

State income tax
3.5% Flat rate

Kentucky has a 3.5% flat state income tax rate. Local income or wage taxes may apply in some jurisdictions.

Source: Kentucky Department of Revenue | Data as of: 9/29/2026

Health Professional Shortage Designations in Kentucky

  • Primary Care:

    35 counties (29%) have countywide shortage designations. 77 counties (64%) have other HPSA designations that apply to part of a county or to specific underserved populations.

  • Mental Health:

    72 counties (60%) have countywide shortage designations. 46 counties (38%) have other HPSA designations that apply to part of a county or to specific underserved populations.

  • Dental Health:

    2 counties (2%) have countywide shortage designations. 114 counties (95%) have other HPSA designations that apply to part of a county or to specific underserved populations.

  • Eligible healthcare professionals at NHSC-approved sites may qualify for NHSC loan repayment. Eligibility varies by profession, specialty, HPSA type, and program requirements.
  • HPSA status may vary by practice location. Verify a specific practice address with HRSA.

Source: HRSA | Data as of: 9/28/2026

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