Job Title: Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology Jefferson, LA
Why Apply?Join a leading facility in Jefferson, LA, providing you the flexibility of a 12-hour day shift schedule with night call coverage, ideal for work-life balance. Enjoy competitive hourly pay with additional stipends, a supportive team environment, and immediate start options for qualified providers. This is a great opportunity to advance your career in a high-acuity cardiac specialty with a reputable organization.
Quick Facts
- Location: Jefferson, LA (1514 Jefferson Highway)
- Start Date: 09/01/2026
- Shift: 12-hour Day Shift with Night Call Responsibilities
- Hours/Week: Approx. 36 hours/week
- Employment Type: Travel/Locum
- License/Certs: Active state medical license, BLS, ACLS, (PALS optional)
- Experience: 2+ years in internal medicine, cardiology, or critical care settings
- Background: Clean background, willing to provide temporary privileges for start prior to September
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $1.00 (please confirm if this is negotiable or a placeholder)
- Pay Package Includes:
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursable costs
- Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
- Medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time as per applicable laws
What You ll Do
- Provide specialized internal medicine care for pre-transplant, LVAD, and post-transplant patients with high medical acuity
- Work alongside a team of five Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and other healthcare professionals
- Manage physician-to-physician patient transfers, including remote admissions during night call
- Handle high-acuity cases involving complex cardiac patients
- Support the cardiac transplant and advanced heart failure team with patient management, documentation, and transfer coordination
- Contribute to a patient-centered, multidisciplinary care environment
What You Need
Required: - Valid medical license in the state of Louisiana
- BLS and ACLS certification
- Minimum 2 years' experience in internal or cardiology-specific practice
- Comfort with remote admissions and high-acuity patient care
Preferred: - Experience with transplant or LVAD patient populations
- Ability to start prior to September with temporary privileges
About the Assignment
This assignment involves providing expert internal medicine coverage in a high-level cardiac care facility. The team manages complex patients, including those in transplant and advanced heart failure programs. The facility promotes a collaborative environment focused on patient outcomes and clinician support. The schedule involves 12-hour day shifts combined with night call duties, ensuring a dynamic and rewarding work experience.
Apply now to become part of a dedicated team making a difference in cardiac patient care! For questions or immediate consideration, contact us today. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply
