Locum Cardiology Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Cardiology Physician

• Setting: Acute care hospital

• Assignment length: 26 weeks

• Schedule: 5 days/week, 8-hour shifts (08:00–16:00), scheduled coverage with on-call optional

• Pay: $250/hr–$280/hr

Description

Locum tenens cardiology physician position for providing comprehensive cardiac care in inpatient and outpatient settings at an acute care hospital. The role includes performing and interpreting diagnostic tests (EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests), developing treatment plans, and performing interventional procedures as applicable to the cardiologist’s subspecialty. Optional on-call coverage may be available during the scheduled assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cardiac care to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings

• Perform diagnostic procedures: EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests

• Interpret diagnostic tests and develop treatment plans for cardiovascular conditions

• Perform cardiac catheterization and interventional procedures when applicable

• Educate and counsel patients on prevention, risk factors, and healthy lifestyle choices

• Coordinate care with nurses, surgeons, and specialists

• Maintain accurate and complete medical records

• Stay current with the latest cardiology advancements through continuing education

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Internal medicine residency training accredited by ACGME or AOA

• Board certification in cardiology by ABIM or AOA

• Active and unrestricted New York medical license

• Cardiology fellowship training may be preferred

• At least 1 year of clinical cardiology experience is typically preferred

Benefits

• Competitive, transparent locum tenens pay ($250/hr–$280/hr)

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• Dedicated application and assignment support

• In-house credentialing and licensing teams

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management