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Are you a board-certified interventional cardiologist seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity to contribute to life-saving cardiac care in a thriving community near Providence, Kentucky? We're actively searching for a skilled and experienced physician to join our established interventional cardiology team and provide essential coverage for adult patients. This flexible role offers the chance to make a real difference while maintaining a balanced schedule with 3-7 days of coverage per month, including weekends.

Why You'll Thrive in This Opportunity:

• Immediate Impact:
  Join our team as soon as September 2024, addressing a critical need for locum tenens interventional cardiology coverage and ensuring continuity of care for patients requiring cardiac intervention.

• Focus on Critical Care:
  Dedicate your time to delivering essential cardiac interventions within an inpatient/EMTALA call setting.

• Collaborative Environment:
  Work alongside two established interventional cardiologists, leveraging your expertise while benefiting from peer support.

• Work-Life Balance:
  Maintain a flexible schedule with customizable coverage ranging from 3-7 days per month, including weekends. Currently, coverage is needed from September 23rd (7 am) to September 27th (7 am).

• Seamless Technology:
  Utilize your familiarity with EPIC, the electronic medical records system used at the facility.

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond promptly to on-call situations, providing timely consultations and performing critical cardiac interventions for adult patients experiencing cardiac emergencies.
  • Perform a variety of essential cardiac procedures, including balloon angioplasties, coronary angioplasties, percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), heart catheterizations, and coronary angiograms.
  • Collaborate effectively with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care.
  • Document patient care accurately and efficiently within the EPIC EMR system.

• Qualifications for Success:

  • Current board certification in Interventional Cardiology is mandatory.
  • Valid and active medical license in the state of Kentucky and a DEA number are required. For physicians with 3-7 days/month availability, an active Interstate Medical License Compact (IMLC) may be considered.
  • Current ACLS certification is mandatory.
  • Experience performing a variety of interventional cardiology procedures, including balloon angioplasties, coronary angioplasties, PCI, heart catheterizations, and coronary angiograms, is essential.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, colleagues, and staff.
  • The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment is crucial.
  • Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions in fast-paced, acute care situations.

This is a remarkable opportunity for a motivated and experienced interventional cardiologist to contribute to patient care in a supportive Kentucky community. If you're passionate about interventional cardiology, enjoy a focus on critical care, and want to explore a flexible locum tenens opportunity with a supportive team, we encourage you to submit your CV today!

Please note: Due to the ongoing need for interventional cardiology coverage, applications will be reviewed promptly. Don't miss this chance to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients we look forward to hearing from you!