What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum - Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology position at Medlinkhealth?
Profession: Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP or PA)
Specialty: Cardiology (Outpatient)
Setting: Outpatient Clinic
Start Date: As soon as credentialed
Assignment Duration: 6–9 months
FTE: 1.0
Shift Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday
Call/Weekend: None
Job Summary
Seeking an experienced Cardiology APP to provide outpatient coverage on a locum tenens basis.
This is a clinic-only role: no inpatient rounding, procedural responsibilities, call, or weekend coverage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage follow-up visits post-procedure
- Conduct annual cardiology visits and acute outpatient visits
- Inbox coverage for providers who are out of the office
- Independently assess, document, and manage complex cardiology patients
- Interpret cardiology imaging and diagnostic test results
- Collaborate with a team-based clinic (MA, RN, front office staff)
Patient Volume: ~16 patients/day
Consultations: None; follow-up and established patient visits only
EMR: Epic
Required Procedures: None
Compensation / Rate Details
- Hourly Rate: $130-140/hr
- Holiday Rate:1.5x standard hourly rate
Requirements
Licensure / Certification:
- WA State License – Required
- DEA & NPI – Required
- Clean Malpractice – Highly preferred
Experience:
- Cardiology outpatient experience – Required
- EPIC EMR experience – Required
Skills:
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation
- Ability to work independently within a team-based care model
- Proficient in interpreting cardiology imaging and diagnostics
Travel & Lodging
- Preferred lodging: Hotel/Airbnb options acceptable
- Air Travel: Some travel possible if out-of-state, but provider should commit to stay locally during scheduled shifts
- Malpractice Covered
Credentialing
Timeframe: Up to 90 days
Pay: $130.00 - $140.00 per hour
Experience:
- cardiology outpatient: 1 year (Required)
- Epic: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- DEA License (Required)
- Washington State License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $130 - $140