Internal Medicine - Cardiology
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Internal Medicine - Cardiology Physician Opportunity - Baton Rouge, LA
Position Overview
Ochsner Clinic Foundation is seeking a full-time Internal Medicine - Cardiology Physician for a long-term locum tenens position in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is an excellent opportunity for a board-certified cardiologist interested in providing comprehensive non-invasive cardiology services in both clinic and inpatient settings. The position requires a minimum of 3 weeks per month with a strong commitment to continuity of care.
Key Responsibilities
Clinic Responsibilities (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM):
On-site patient visits with established panel of patients
Reviewing diagnostic studies ordered at clinics
Follow-up communication with patients
Care coordination with imaging and testing teams
Weekly clinic reading day rotation among cardiologists
Inpatient/Hospital Responsibilities (Rotation every 5-6 weeks):
Inpatient care and patient rounding
Consultation services
Participation in multidisciplinary rounds
Communication with referring providers
Reading all hospital diagnostic studies during service week
Supervision and Credentials:
Maintain active supervising license
Serve as supervising physician for Physician Assistants
Provide 100% Patient Care Fund (PCF) and Conflicts of Interest (COI) coverage with no gaps
Candidate Requirements
Board Certification in Cardiology (must be current and on file)
Fellowship in Cardiology (Required)
Louisiana medical license or IMLC reciprocal license
Active supervising physician license
ACLS certification required
Hospital privileges required at Ochsner facilities
Epic EMR experience preferred
Must obtain LA Patient Care Fund coverage during credentialing process
No open or pending malpractice claims
Clean background check (NPBD and malpractice)
Organizational Highlights
Ochsner Clinic Foundation serves the Baton Rouge and surrounding Louisiana communities through multiple state-of-the-art facilities including Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Health Center - O'Neal, Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove, and Ochsner Heart & Vascular Health Center - Hammond. The organization provides comprehensive cardiology services with a multidisciplinary team approach to patient care. This position offers the opportunity to work with an established patient panel, collaborate with experienced cardiologists, and contribute to a mission-driven healthcare system.
Location Information
Primary Facilities:
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, 17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Ochsner Health Center - O'Neal, 16777 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove, 10310 The Grove Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Ochsner Heart & Vascular Health Center - Hammond, 16045 Doctors Blvd, Hammond, LA 70403
Time Zone: Central (America/Chicago)
Holidays Allowed:
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
4th of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Lodging: Please use Ochsner's Preferred Hotel list and corporate code if applicable.
Contact Information:
Credentials Contact: Ochsner Locums, Locums@ochsner.org
Provider Approval Contact: Ochsner Locums, Locums@ochsner.org
Scheduling Contact: Ochsner Locums, Locums@ochsner.org
Timesheet Approval: Katy Thomas, katythomas@ochsner.org
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