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
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