Interventional Cardiologist – Locum Tenens | Yakima, WA (Impella Experience Required)
Job at a glance
Job description
Facility: MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital
Location: Yakima, Washington
Start Date: January 19, 2026
End Date: September 21, 2026
Coverage Type: 24-hour Call Only (approximately 1 week per month)
Practice Setting: Inpatient – Cath Lab / STEMI Call
EMR: Epic
Position Overview
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified Interventional Cardiologist to provide Cath Lab and STEMI call coverage on a locum basis. This long-term opportunity supports the facility during an ongoing permanent search and offers steady 1-week-per-month coverage blocks.
Impella proficiency is the top priority for this client.
Candidates must have recent, hands-on Impella experience, with the ability to manage device insertion, monitoring, and troubleshooting independently.
Experience with pulmonary embolism interventions is a strong plus, but selection will center on Impella capability.
Assignment Details
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Schedule: 24-hour beeper call; ~1 week per month (exact dates TBD)
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Patient Volume: 2–6 cases per shift (Cath Lab focus)
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Response Time: 20 minutes
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Call Back Rate: ~20%
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Phone Consults: ~1 per day
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Admissions: None
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Trauma Level: III
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Support Staff: 2 RNs, 1 PA/NP, and 1 Office Staff
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Privileges: Temporary privileges available for clean histories (credentialing 60–90 days)
Requirements
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Board Certification: Interventional Cardiology (Fellowship required)
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Licensure: Active WA license or IMLC eligibility
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Certifications: ACLS required
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Experience: Recent Impella device experience REQUIRED; PE treatment proficiency preferred
Travel & Lodging
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Nearest Airports: Yakima Air Terminal (local) or Tri-Cities Airport (PSC – 90 miles SE)
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Recommended Lodging: Home2 Suites – Yakima Airport or Tru by Hilton Yakima Airport
Why This Opportunity
This is an excellent chance to join the MultiCare Health System in a key interventional role supporting their Cath Lab and STEMI program. Physicians with strong Impella experience will be prioritized for immediate review and interview.