Cardiology | Physician | Local Contract – Portsmouth, OH

Locum Tenens Cardiologist – Cardiac Testing & Reading | Portsmouth, OH (Per Diem)

Locum Tenens Cardiologist needed in Portsmouth, OH — competitive per diem pay $6,150–$7,280/week. Join a robust cardiology practice focused on cardiac testing, cardiac imaging, and diagnostic reading in a collaborative clinical setting.

Location & Summary

Position Type: Locum Tenens / Per Diem — Portsmouth, Ohio 45662. This opportunity centers on high-volume cardiac testing and interpretation in a community hospital near the Ohio River. Ideal candidates for this Ohio cardiology job have strong non-invasive cardiology skills, proficiency in TEE and conscious sedation, and experience supervising large volumes of EKGs and echos.

Job Details

• Position Type: Locum Tenens (Per Diem)
• Location: Portsmouth, OH 45662 — Ohio cardiology job / Portsmouth healthcare
• Start Date: June 1, 2026
• End Date: Ongoing through December 2026
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm
• Call: No call required
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,150–$7,280

Required Qualifications

• Board Certification in Cardiology (Internal Medicine – Cardiology)
• Active state medical license (able to practice in Ohio)
• Fellowship training in Cardiology (minimum 3 years)
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar cardiology or cardiac testing setting
• Proficiency in TEE (transesophageal echo), tilt table testing, and conscious sedation
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and interpret a high volume of cardiac studies (EKG, echo, stress tests)

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and interpret daily cardiac testing and cardiac imaging, including high-volume diagnostic reads
• Daily testing volumes (approximate):
  • Stress tests: 15–20 per day
  • Stress echo / Dobutamine stress echo: ~1 per day
  • Tilt table tests: ~1 per day
  • EKGs: ~75 per day
  • Echo studies: 15–20 per day
  • TEE procedures: 1–2 per day
• Perform and interpret non-invasive cardiology procedures and cardiac imaging (echo, TEE, stress imaging)
• Provide inpatient cardiology care, including ICU coverage as needed
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and timely reporting in all cardiac diagnostic readings
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (nursing, technicians, hospitalists) to deliver exceptional patient care

Why Join This Portsmouth Cardiology Team

• Competitive per diem compensation for locum tenens cardiology jobs
• No call requirement and predictable weekday schedule
• Supportive clinical team and excellent onsite cardiology technicians
• Portsmouth community benefits: affordable living, riverfront parks, and easy access to Columbus, Cincinnati, and Huntington airports
• Lodging options available nearby for traveling clinicians

If you are a Board Certified Cardiologist with strong experience in cardiac testing, cardiac imaging, and high-volume interpretation, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our Portsmouth cardiology team — submit your CV and availability to be considered for this locum tenens cardiology opportunity.

Apply now: Submit your CV and availability to be considered for this Portsmouth, OH locum tenens cardiology position.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.