Interventional Cardiologist (Locum Tenens)

Quick Facts

• Specialty: Interventional Cardiology (Locum Tenens)

• Coverage area: Inpatient and EMTALA call coverage in Paducah, Kentucky

• Availability: 3–7 days per month

• Coverage dates: Nov 23–26, 2026; Dec 1–4, 2026; Dec 29, 2026–Jan 1, 2027

• Patient population: Adults

• Outpatient clinic: None required

• EMR: Epic Cupid

Description

Board-certified interventional cardiology coverage is needed for inpatient and EMTALA call during defined dates in late 2026 and early 2027. You will respond to hospital cardiology calls and manage inpatient consultations, with no outpatient clinic responsibilities. Coverage includes adult patients, with another interventional cardiologist also present during the coverage period.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and EMTALA call coverage

• Respond to all hospital cardiology calls

• Perform required procedures, including balloon/coronary angioplasty, PCI, and cardiac catheterization with coronary angiograms

• Provide general cardiology consultations as needed

• Interpret EKGs, echocardiograms, and stress tests, including nuclear stress tests

Requirements

• Board-certified in Interventional Cardiology

• Active Kentucky medical license and DEA required (IMLC may be considered for providers available 3–7 days per month)

• ACLS certification

• Availability confirmation for Nov 23–26, 2026; Dec 1–4, 2026; Dec 29, 2026–Jan 1, 2027

• Disclosure of prior work history with BSMH at submission (facility, last date worked, and agency if applicable)

• COVID-19 vaccination preferred

Benefits

• Locum tenens opportunity with clearly defined inpatient/EMTALA coverage dates

• No outpatient clinic duties during the coverage period