Locum Tenens Cardiologist
Aura Health · Baton Rouge, LA · Yesterday
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
This role involves providing non-invasive cardiology services, including echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and nuclear cardiology. Responsibilities span inpatient rounding, consultations, and multidisciplinary rounds, with a focus on managing outpatient clinics and coordinating inpatient care. The position requires a long-term commitment and includes a hospital rotation every 5-6 weeks, along with a weekly clinic reading day.
Responsibilities
- Provide non-invasive cardiology services, including echocardiography, TEE, and nuclear cardiology
- Conduct inpatient rounding and consultations
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds
- Manage outpatient clinics and coordinate inpatient care
- Ensure quality patient care in a hospital setting
- Work within a team and collaborate across disciplines
- Complete hospital rotations every 5-6 weeks
- Maintain a weekly clinic reading day
Requirements
- Board certification in cardiology
- Proficiency in echocardiography, TEE, and nuclear cardiology
- STEMI and ACLS certifications
Skills
- Strong clinical skills
- Excellent communication and coordination abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
Benefits
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Pre-paid travel and housing expenses
- Competitive compensation
- 24-hour access to a healthcare consultant