Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Cardiology - General/Other in Baton Rouge, LA

Doctor of Medicine | Cardiology - General/Other
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Internal Medicine - Cardiology Physician – Baton Rouge, LA

Discover a rewarding opportunity with a leading facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, offering a competitive hourly pay rate of $1.00. Enjoy a flexible schedule with a combination of clinic work and hospital rotations, weekly pay via direct deposit, comprehensive medical benefits, and ongoing support from a dedicated team. Perfect for providers seeking a long-term placement with a stable schedule and excellent work-life balance.

Quick Facts:

• Location: 16777 Medical Center Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
• Start Date: 07/17/2026
• End Date/Duration: Ongoing
• Shift: Monday-Friday clinic hours, hospital rotations every 5-6 weeks
• Hours/week: Full-time (minimum 3 weeks/month)
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens
• Licenses/Certifications: Active supervising license, ability to serve as supervising physician for PAs
• Experience: Preferably with inpatient care, consultations, multidisciplinary rounds, and diagnostic review

Pay & Benefits:

• Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00/hour
• Pay package discussed upon application
• Benefits include:
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time per applicable laws
  • 24/7 support team dedicated to your success

What You’ll Do:

• Provide inpatient care and perform rounding in hospital units
• Conduct consultations and multidisciplinary rounds
• Communicate with referring providers regarding patient care
• Review diagnostic studies during hospital service weeks
• Participate in hospital rotations every 5-6 weeks
• When not on hospital service, see clinic patients Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Manage follow-up communications with patients
• Coordinate care with imaging and testing teams
• Review diagnostic studies ordered at clinics onsite

What You Need:

• Active supervising license and eligibility to act as a supervising physician for Physician Assistants
• Experience in non-invasive cardiology preferred
• Ability to commit to a long-term placement with stable scheduling
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented approach

About the Assignment:

This position offers a mix of outpatient clinic work and inpatient hospital responsibilities, with a focus on cardiology patient follow-up, diagnostic review, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The facility values continuity of care and aims to provide comprehensive, coordinated services to its community.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSRN

Benefits

Licensure -Certification - Travel and other reimbursements when applicable