Opportunity:
Physician - Internal Medicine - Cardiology
Job Details:
- Long-term, full-time locum tenens assignment providing outpatient and call coverage for General Cardiology
- Schedule runs Monday through Friday with weeknight beeper call and 24-hour weekend beeper call
- 8-hour clinic days during outpatient clinic hours of 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Monthly call schedule requires on-call coverage 2 weeks per month: 1 week Monday through Sunday and 1 week Monday through Friday
- Minimum of 4 weeks per month required
- Average of 15 patient encounters per shift
- Board certification required; active license or IMLC required
- DEA required; ACLS certification required
- Required skills include outpatient cardiology, inpatient cardiology, ICU, non-invasive cardiology, echocardiography, TEE, and nuclear cardiology
- Invasive cardiology (diagnostic and interventional) is preferred but not required, including cardiac catheterization, PA catheter placement, IABP placement, angioplasty, stent placement, and atherectomy
- Electrophysiology skills preferred, including cardiac ablation, permanent pacemaker placement, and ICD implantation
- Clean files preferred
Facility:
This is a Level 3 trauma facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient cardiology services, including non-invasive diagnostics and critical care. The facility supports a 12-bed department and provides comprehensive cardiac care to the surrounding community, with strong infrastructure for both general and specialty cardiology services.
Location:
Walla Walla, WA
Walla Walla is a charming city nestled in southeastern Washington, renowned for its world-class wineries, vibrant arts scene, and stunning natural landscapes including the nearby Blue Mountains. The region offers an exceptional quality of life with a welcoming small-town community feel, abundant outdoor recreation, and a thriving local culture that makes it a wonderful place to live and work.