Locums General Cardiology Physician

A healthcare system in Asheville, NC is seeking a Board-Certified General Cardiology Physician to provide in-house night call coverage for weekend cardiology services. This opportunity is ideal for a cardiologist experienced in managing acute cardiac conditions within a hospital-based setting and comfortable caring for critically ill cardiac patients overnight. The facility is primarily seeking Friday through Sunday night coverage, though providers with alternate availability will also be considered.

Position Details

• Coverage Type: In-house night coverage
• Weekend Coverage Preferred: Friday through Sunday nights
• Flexible scheduling and additional availability will be considered

Shift Schedule

• Friday Night: Approximately 5:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Start time may be delayed up to 8:00 PM for commuting needs
• Saturday Night: 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Sunday Night: 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide overnight in-house cardiology coverage
• Manage Cardiac ICU admissions and ongoing patient care
• Evaluate and treat acute cardiovascular emergencies including:
• STEMI
• Unstable ventricular tachycardia (VT)
• Ventricular fibrillation (VF)
• Cardiogenic shock
• Interpret ECGs and echocardiograms
• Collaborate with Interventional Cardiology, Electrophysiology, and Heart Failure teams who are available for at-home backup support
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR system

Qualifications

• MD or DO required
• Board Certified in Cardiology
• Active North Carolina medical license required
• Active DEA required
• Strong ECG interpretation skills required  
• Strong echocardiography reading skills required
• Experience managing critically ill cardiac patients and ICU admissions required