Cardiology Physician - Richland, WA

Job Description
Join a high-acuity hospital team in Richland, WA providing inpatient cardiology care, ICU rounding, and night-call coverage. This Locum Tenens assignment offers 12-hour day shifts (7 a.m.–7 p.m.) with two full weeks of service each month, continuing through 2027. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment and are board-certified in Cardiology.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Inpatient (Hospital)
• Start Date: December 1, 2026 (ongoing)
• Schedule: 7 a.m.–7 p.m., 12 hours per day; weeknight beeper call; two weeks per month required
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Richland, WA
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient cardiology evaluation and management.
• Perform daily rounding in the ICU and general cardiology units.
• Manage non-invasive cardiac testing, including echocardiography, transesophageal echo, and nuclear cardiology studies.
• Respond to night-call emergencies following each 12-hour shift.
• Document 5–10 patient encounters per shift in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active medical license (or IMLC) in Washington State.
• Board Certified in Cardiology (board-certified only).
• DEA registration required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications current.
• No prior disciplinary actions, settlements, or medical board actions.

Working Hours

• Shift Length: 12 hours (7 a.m.–7 p.m.)
• Frequency: Two full weeks per month (≈ 14 shifts/month)
• On-Call: Weeknight beeper call with night-call responsibility after each shift.
• Overtime: Applies after 12 hours per day.

Skills

• Proficiency in internal medicine-focused cardiology.
• Competence in ICU cardiac care.
• Expertise in non-invasive modalities: echocardiography, transesophageal echo, nuclear cardiology.
• Strong clinical decision-making and emergency response skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-volume inpatient setting.