Locum Tenens Interventional Cardiology Physician
Location: Near Ishpeming, MI
Dates: ASAP - Ongoing
We are seeking an experienced Interventional Cardiology Physician for a locum tenens position near Ishpeming, MI. This role involves providing coverage for interventional cardiology services in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Position Overview:
- Position Type: Locum Tenens
- Specialty: Interventional Cardiology
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date: Ongoing
- Coverage Type: Call Only
- Shift Type: Variable
- EMR Systems: McKesson and Athena
Key Responsibilities:
- Coverage Dates: Immediate start
- Practice Setting: Outpatient and inpatient
- Patients Per Shift: Variable
- Bed In Department: 10
- Rounding: Both scheduled and as needed
- Typical Work Hours: 8-9 hour day, Monday through Friday
- Night Call: 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM the following day
- Procedures: STEMI coverage, interventional cardiology procedures as needed
- Team: Hospital service with 2-3 APPs (Advanced Practice Providers)
- Consultations: APPs perform initial consults and present to the cardiologist
Qualifications:
- Board Certification: Required
- Fellowship: Required
- Licensure: Licensed in Michigan only
- Certifications: ACLS required
- Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 30 days with complete returned application
- Clean Background: Essential for obtaining emergency privileges
- TEEs: Optional; not required but a plus
- Non-Invasive Reading: Not a primary role; sporadic echo or nuc study reading may occur
Additional Details:
- Hospital Service: Typically managed by cardiologists and APPs, with hospitalists handling admissions
- Interventional Cardiology Coverage: Available during weekdays with a dedicated cardiologist on call for weekends
- No Primary Non-Invasive Reading: If the locum can perform TEE, occasional TEE procedures may be required but not mandatory
This position is ideal for a skilled interventional cardiologist who is flexible, has a strong background in emergency cardiology, and is comfortable working in a dynamic team environment.
Job ID: j-247371
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