Locums - Fargo, North Dakota Interventional Cardiology Opportunity
Clinical RoleRecruitWell is seeking a Board Certified Interventional Cardiologist for an ongoing locums opportunity in Fargo, North Dakota. This role requires 10 days of coverage per month and includes inpatient cardiology, urgent interventional cardiology call, weekend General and EP Cardiology coverage, and TEE. The physician must be at least one year out of fellowship and practicing independently.
Assignment Details
Start date: January 1, 2027
Ongoing need
10 days of coverage per month required
Strong preference for two 5-day stretches each including a weekend
Will also consider one 10-day consecutive stretch that includes two weekends
Provider will hold the pager for the entire duration of each assignment block
Beeper call
30-minute call response time required
Call coverage for assigned and unassigned patients
Approximately 15 patients seen
Approximately 5 phone consultations
Approximately 3 admissions
Call ratio: 10/10
Position Highlights
Inpatient Interventional Cardiology opportunity
10 days per month required
Combination of weekday inpatient coverage and weeknight/weekend call
TEE required
EP coverage included
Inpatient APC support during weekdays
Level II Trauma Center
Epic EMR
Clinical Details & Responsibilities
Cover the inpatient Cardiology service during weekdays
Work alongside an inpatient APC during weekday coverage
Hold the pager throughout the entire assignment
Provide urgent weeknight Cardiology coverage
Cover General Cardiology and EP Cardiology hospital services on weekends
Evaluate assigned and unassigned patients
Respond within 30 minutes when called
Weeknight Call ResponsibilitiesMonday-Friday call may include:
Urgent inpatient cardiac catheterizations
Temporary pacemaker placement
STEMI coverage
Stat echocardiograms
Urgent EP calls and consultations
Weekend Responsibilities
General Cardiology hospital service
EP Cardiology hospital coverage
Inpatient cardiac catheterizations
STEMI coverage
Stat echocardiograms
Urgent EP inpatient evaluations and consultations
Procedures & Skills
Interventional Cardiology procedures
TEE required
Urgent inpatient cardiac catheterization
Temporary pacemaker placement
STEMI management
Stat echocardiography
Ability to assist with urgent EP inpatient needs and consultations
Support & Technology
Inpatient APC support during weekdays
EP Cardiologist available during weekdays
Locum physician provides EP coverage during weeknights and weekends
EMR: Epic
Level II Trauma Center
Requirements
Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology required
Interventional Cardiology fellowship required
TEE proficiency required
Must be at least 1 year out of fellowship
Must have at least 1 year of independent practice experience
Must be comfortable providing weekend and weeknight EP coverage
Must be able to provide 10 days of coverage per month
Must meet a 30-minute call response requirement
Organization & Team
Hospital-based Cardiology service
Inpatient APC support during weekdays
Dedicated EP Cardiologist manages weekday EP coverage
Locum physician provides General, Interventional, and urgent EP support during weeknights and weekends
About Fargo, North DakotaLocation & Access: Fargo is the largest city in North Dakota and serves as a major regional healthcare and commercial center. It offers convenient access to Hector International Airport and surrounding communities throughout eastern North Dakota and western Minnesota.
Lifestyle & Community: Fargo combines the amenities of a growing city with a friendly Midwestern atmosphere, offering restaurants, shopping, entertainment, cultural attractions, and a strong sense of community.
Outdoor Recreation: The region offers access to parks, trails, golf courses, lakes, fishing, biking, and a variety of seasonal outdoor activities.
Attractions: Fargo features museums, performing arts, sporting events, local breweries and restaurants, and easy access to neighboring Moorhead, Minnesota.
Quality of Life: Fargo offers a relatively manageable cost of living, a strong healthcare community, and the convenience of a regional city while maintaining a relaxed pace of life.
What RecruitWell Provides
A+ rated malpractice coverage
Weekly direct deposit
24/7 dedicated recruiter support
Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
Prepaid travel and lodging
RecruitWell's Core Values
Open communication
Sense of urgency
Teamwork
Accountability
Driven to win
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