Cardiology - Interventional Physician
Lufkin, TX, 75904, USA
- Healthcare
- Contract
- Interventional Cardiologist
- Inpatient Call Coverage
- STEMI Call
Woodland Heights Medical Center is seeking an Interventional Cardiologist to provide inpatient call-only coverage in a Level IV Trauma Center with stroke certification. The role involves managing STEMI calls with a 1:3 rotation, responding within 30 minutes, and providing care for approximately 8 patients per shift without outpatient clinic responsibilities. Candidates must be board certified or eligible in Interventional Cardiology, hold an active Texas license or be IMLC eligible, and have clean background clearance and DEA registration.
Woodland Heights Medical Center, a Community Health Systems facility in Lufkin, Texas, is seeking Interventional Cardiologist(s) to provide ongoing locum call coverage. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center and Stroke Certified, offering a collaborative environment with a strong inpatient team and full subspecialty support.
Start Date: November 27, 2025
Duration: Ongoing Flexible scheduling available
Setting: Inpatient Call-Only Coverage
Assignment Highlights:
Coverage Type: Inpatient/ STEMI Call (1:3 rotation)
Average Call Volume (per 24 hrs): 8 phone consults, 5 patients seen, 2 admissions
Call Response Time: 30 minutes
Rounding: Inpatient and ICU (no outpatient clinic)
Patients per Shift: 8
Beds in Cardiology Department: 24
Temporary Privileges: Available (est. 5 days for credentialing)
Support Staff: No supervision of APPs required
EMR: Medhost
Requirements:
Board Certified or truly Board Eligible in Interventional Cardiology
Active Texas License or IMLC Eligibility
Clean background and active DEA
Must be able to respond within 30 minutes for calls
Travel & Lodging:
Nearest airports: George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and Hobby (HOU)
Additional Details:
Coverage needed due to call schedule expansion
Holiday coverage includes: New Year s Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Interested?
To learn more or discuss schedule options, please contact:
Josh Turner, Senior Consultant IPL Health Staffing
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If this isn t the right fit, we have multiple Interventional and General Cardiology openings nationwide including options with flexible schedules and licensing support.




