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Description: JOB OVERVIEW • Job Title: Cardiologist • Job Type: Locum Tenens (Full-Time; flexible coverage accepted, 2-4 weeks/month) • Location: Erie, PA • Service Setting: Hospital • Coverage Type: Clinical + Call • Coverage Period: Oct 6, 2025 - Jun 30, 2026 (ASAP start available with temps/emergency privileges) • Clinical Shift Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8a - 4:30p (clinic 9a - 4p; diagnostic reads interspersed) • On-Call Shift Schedule: Weekdays 5p - 8a; 24-hour weekend coverage • Call Type: Telephone (30-minute response) • Call Ratio: 1:1 (with APP support during day hours) • Call Response Time: 30 minutes COVERAGE DATES • Oct 6, 2025 - Jun 30, 2026 • Emergency/temporary privileges available in 30 days for earlier start PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: Adults only • Patient Volume/Census: Variable; 5-6 weekday calls/night; 8-10 follow-ups + 10 consults on weekends • Admissions: 1 average admission while on call • Rounding: Included • Phone Consults: Yes • Case Mix: 100% Cardiology FACILITY INFORMATION • No. of Beds in Department: 458 • Trauma Level: Level II • EMR System: Epic/Cerner • Office Equipment Available: Multiple diagnostic systems (5 total) • Specialty Backup Available: APP support 8a-5p • Support Staff Available: RNs, APPs • Reason for Coverage: Candidate on leave PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes • Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (temps/emergency 30 days) • Credentialing Timeline: 60 days COMPENSATION & BENEFITS • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered • Lodging: Up to $175/night (preferred hotel list available) • Rental Car: $75/day (Apr-Nov); $100/day for 4WD SUV (Dec-Mar) • Airfare: Economy seating with 1 checked bag; mileage reimbursed at IRS rates REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Coverage of hospital duties including diagnostic reads, consultations, and clinic appointments • Not expected to perform EKG, Echo, or Stress Tests, but may do so if they wish JOB REQUIREMENTS • Licenses: Active Pennsylvania license required • Board: Board Certified in Cardiology • DEA: Active DEA Certification required • Certifications: ACLS • Experience: Minimum 1 year • Other Qualifications: Proficiency with Epic/Cerner EMR systems DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide full-time coverage of hospital-based cardiology services • Perform diagnostic testing reads and consultations • Participate in clinic coverage and follow-up appointments • Take weekday night call and weekend 24-hour call as scheduled • Collaborate with APPs, RNs, and support staff to ensure quality patient care • Respond to phone consults and provide timely follow-up on admissions and call-backs |