Physician - Cardiology

Interventional Cardiology Physician - Mount Vernon, IL

Why Apply?
Join a leading facility in Mount Vernon, Illinois, offering a competitive hourly pay rate of $430.95. Enjoy a consistent work schedule from December 18 to March 19, with onsite daytime hours and support from a dedicated team. This opportunity provides a stable schedule, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact in inpatient cardiology care.

Quick Facts

• Location: Mount Vernon, IL
• Start Date: 12/18/2026
• End Date: 03/19/2027
• Shift: Day shift, 07:00 - 07:00 (5x24-hour shifts)
• Hours/Week: Full-time, approximately 40 hours/week
• Employment Type: Contract
• Licensure: Illinois license or willingness to license, valid ACLS certification
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of interventional cardiology experience

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $430.95
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable laws
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You’ll Do

• Perform right and left heart catheterizations, including ventriculography and angiography
• Manage procedures such as PTCA, DCA, atherectomy, IVUS, coronary stent placement, and more
• Support inpatient consultation and read Echos and EKGs for unassigned patients
• Take STEMI call and participate in emergency interventions
• Work closely with RNs and other cardiologists in a collaborative lab environment
• Support inpatient rounding as required
• Provide expert care for patients across a wide age range

What You Need

• MD or DO board certification in cardiology
• Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology
• Illinois medical license or willingness to obtain one
• ACLS certification
• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• Strong procedural skills in invasive cardiology and emergency response

About the Assignment
This position is at a leading hospital in Mount Vernon, Illinois, supporting the cath lab team with inpatient consults, emergent STEMI cases, and complex interventions. You'll be integral in delivering high-quality cardiac care in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

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