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Locum Tenens Interventional Cardiology Physician

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.

Job Description

• 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

Requirements

• 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.