Locum Tenens Physician - Cardiologist Needed in NM
- ID: 216412A
- Updated March 27th, 2026
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- Job ID 216412A
- Job Title Physician - Cardiologist
- Provider Type Physician
- Specialty Cardiology
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NM
- Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
- Duration 120 Days
Job Description
Our client in New Mexico is actively seeking a dedicated Physician specializing in Cardiology for a 120-day assignment, beginning Jun 25, 2026. This role involves a consistent Monday to Thursday 0800 - 1700 and Friday 0800 - 1200 schedule. The Physician will primarily focus on general outpatient cardiology, including reading walk-in EKGs and hospital ECHOs, conducting hospital rounding during assigned weeks, and managing an average of 15-20 patients daily in the cardiology clinic.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide general cardiology care, with a focus on outpatient settings.
- Perform echocardiography and interpret walk-in EKGs and hospital ECHOs.
- Manage 15-20 patients daily in the cardiology clinic.
- Conduct hospital rounding during assigned weeks.
- Experience with inpatient cardiology, ICU, TEE, Nuclear Cardiology, STEMI, invasive cardiology diagnostics, cardiac catheterization, interventional cardiology, and electrophysiology is preferred.
- Work within a Trauma facility, including ICU beds.
Additional Information
- Board certified in Cardiology
- EMR system: Athenahealth and Medhost
- Fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease required
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.
Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided