Locum Tenens Interventional Cardiology Physician

Location: Near Ishpeming, MI
Dates: ASAP - Ongoing

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.

Position Overview:

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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.

Job ID: j-247371