Job 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