Cardiology Physician - Spokane, Washington

Job Description
Join a high-volume inpatient hospital in Spokane, WA for a short-term locum assignment providing comprehensive cardiology coverage. You’ll work night shifts in a Level-2 trauma setting, managing acute cardiac patients in the ICU and non-invasive services such as echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. Flexible dates are available, with the opportunity for housing and travel support.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Inpatient Hospital / ICU
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (see rotation dates below)
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Spokane, 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 inpatient cardiology consults and manage cardiac patients across the ICU and step-down units.
• Perform and interpret non-invasive studies, including transthoracic echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) when needed, and nuclear cardiology scans.
• Conduct daily patient encounters (7-18 per shift) and document assessments, plans, and orders in the EMR.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (critical care, nursing, pharmacy, surgery) to ensure optimal patient care.
• Participate in on-call coverage as required and assist with rapid response/Code events.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Washington State medical license (or eligible for licensure).
• Board certification in Cardiology (minimum).
• Completion of an accredited cardiology fellowship.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; other advanced certifications not required.
• Ability to complete credentialing within 60 days.
• Experience with Level-2 trauma center protocols preferred.

Working Hours

• Shift: Night – 12 hours (7 PM – 7 AM)
• Rotation Dates:
• Dec 24 – Dec 30
• Jan 7 – Jan 13
• Jan 21 – Jan 27
• Feb 4 – Feb 10
• Feb 18 – Feb 24

Skills

• Proficient in non-invasive cardiac imaging (transthoracic & transesophageal echo).
• Skilled in nuclear cardiology studies (e.g., thallium, technetium).
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making in an intensive care environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Competent use of electronic medical record (EMR) systems.