General Cardiologist Locum Opportunity - West Virginia
Job at a glance
Job description
Are you a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Cardiologist looking for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a welcoming community setting? We are seeking a General Cardiologist to provide ongoing coverage at a well-established acute care hospital in West Virginia.
Position Highlights
- Ongoing locum assignment with 6-month initial term and potential extension
- Coverage needed approximately 2-3 weeks per month
- 24-hour call coverage required
- Clinic schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Minimal overnight call volume
- Travel and lodging provided
- Immediate start available for qualified candidates
Practice Details
Join an experienced team supported by skilled RNs and technicians while caring for an adult patient population.
Responsibilities include:
- Evaluation and management of new and established cardiology patients
- Cardiac risk assessments
- EKG interpretation and supervision
- Holter monitor placement and review
- Pacemaker checks
- Treadmill and nuclear stress testing
- Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE)
- Cardioversions
Patient Volume
- Approximately 22-24 patients per day
- New patients: 30-minute appointments
- Follow-up patients: 15-minute appointments
Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiology
- Active West Virginia medical license preferred
- IMLC candidates welcome
- DEA required
- CSR required
- Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred
- Experience with:
- EKG interpretation
- TEE procedures
- Nuclear stress testing
- Clean background required for expedited privileging
Facility
- Acute Care Hospital
- Collaborative clinical environment
- Established cardiology service line
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Consistent schedule with ongoing coverage needs
- Strong support staff and established patient base
- Excellent work-life balance with minimal nighttime call activity