Locum tenens role
DO - MD - Cardiology-Interventional - Cottonwood, Arizona
Assignment snapshot
Organization
Verde Valley Medical Center
Location
Cottonwood, Arizona
Specialty
Cardiology-Interventional
Shift
Days
Employment type
Contract
Posted date
Oct 14, 2026
Start date
Jan 25, 2027
Start timing
Later start
Duration
13 weeks
Openings
1
Job details
Full assignment description
Job Opportunity - Interventional Cardiologist - Arizona
Start Date: Not specified
Location: Verde Valley, Arizona
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Housing/Travel: Lodging recommendations available; to qualified applicants
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Rotating weekly schedule between hospital and clinic settings. 30-minute unpaid lunch. Overtime available after scheduled shift as needed.
Highlights:
- Comprehensive cardiovascular care including STEMI coverage and cardiology consultations
- Balanced clinical responsibilities: 4-5 procedures daily, 8-14 hospital consults per day, 18-24 clinic patients per day
- 1-2 transesophageal echocardiograms (TEEs) per day on average
- Collaborative environment with physician group support, plus MA, PCT, nurse, and PA assistance
- Cerner EMR system with 4-hour remote orientation provided
- Ongoing coverage opportunity with 30-day credentialing timeframe
Requirements:
- Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology
- Arizona medical license (time provided to obtain if not currently active)
- ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of interventional cardiology experience
- Recent case logs demonstrating consistent procedural volume
- COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered on a case-by-case basis)
Why It's a Fit:
This position offers the ideal balance of procedural interventional work, inpatient consultations, and outpatient clinic care in a well-supported cardiovascular institute. The collaborative team environment emphasizes strong interpersonal relationships with both staff and patients, serving a primarily senior patient population. With a structured weekly rotation and comprehensive support staff, this role provides the opportunity to deliver high-quality cardiovascular care while maintaining an excellent work-life balance in the beautiful Verde Valley region.