Cardiology - Interventional Physician

Facility: MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital

Location: Yakima, Washington

Start Date: January 19, 2026

End Date: September 21, 2026

Coverage Type: 24-hour Call Only (approximately 1 week per month)

Practice Setting: Inpatient Cath Lab / STEMI Call

EMR: Epic Position Overview

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified Interventional Cardiologist to provide Cath Lab and STEMI call coverage on a locum basis. This long-term opportunity supports the facility during an ongoing permanent search and offers steady 1-week-per-month coverage blocks.

Impella proficiency is the top priority for this client.

Candidates must have recent, hands-on Impella experience, with the ability to manage device insertion, monitoring, and troubleshooting independently.

Experience with pulmonary embolism interventions is a strong plus, but selection will center on Impella capability. Assignment Details

Schedule: 24-hour beeper call; 1 week per month (exact dates TBD)

Patient Volume: 2 6 cases per shift (Cath Lab focus)

Response Time: 20 minutes

Call Back Rate: 20%

Phone Consults: 1 per day

Admissions: None

Trauma Level: III

Support Staff: 2 RNs, 1 PA/NP, and 1 Office Staff

Privileges: Temporary privileges available for clean histories (credentialing days) Requirements

Board Certification: Interventional Cardiology (Fellowship required)

Licensure: Active WA license or IMLC eligibility

Certifications: ACLS required

Experience: Recent Impella device experience REQUIRED; PE treatment proficiency preferred Travel & Lodging

Nearest Airports: Yakima Air Terminal (local) or Tri-Cities Airport (PSC 90 miles SE)

Recommended Lodging: Home2 Suites Yakima Airport or Tru by Hilton Yakima Airport Why This Opportunity

This is an excellent chance to join the MultiCare Health System in a key interventional role supporting their Cath Lab and STEMI program. Physicians with strong Impella experience will be prioritized for immediate review and interview.