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Interventional Cardiology | Physician

GHR HealthcarePaducah, KYTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Paducah, KY
Job type
Travel
Profession
Physician
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 27, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$175
Weekly
$6,980
Yearly (full-time)
$362,960
Start date
November 9, 2026

This job pays about $175/hour — 11% above the median for Physician jobs in Kentucky ($157/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Physician jobs in Kentucky right now

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  • Pay in these listings: $14.59 – $197/hour, median $171/hour.
  • Typical Physician pay in Kentucky: $157/hour ($327,392/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($171/hour across 9 jobs).

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Job description

Interventional Cardiologist Locum Tenens Job in Paducah, Kentucky

Join an established inpatient cardiology team as a locum tenens Interventional Cardiologist in Paducah, KY. Provide adult cardiology and EMTALA call coverage in a hospital-based setting with no ambulatory clinic responsibilities. This western Kentucky physician opportunity offers meaningful clinical work, competitive estimated weekly pay, and a welcoming river-city community known for its historic character, relaxed pace, and outdoor recreation.

Interventional Cardiology Job Details

  • Specialty: Interventional Cardiology
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient hospital and EMTALA call coverage
  • Patient Population: Adult patients
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,390-$7,570
  • Anticipated Start Date: November 9, 2026
  • Contract Duration: Approximately 13 weeks
  • Coverage Schedule: 12-hour day shifts within 24-hour on-call periods from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.; approximately 3-7 coverage days per month
  • Scheduled Coverage Dates: November 23-26, December 1-4, and December 29-January 1
  • Ambulatory Work: None
  • Documentation System: Epic Cupid

Interventional Cardiologist Job Requirements

  • At least 1 year of relevant interventional cardiology experience
  • Board certification in cardiology or interventional cardiology
  • Active Kentucky medical license; physicians with an Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) pathway may be considered
  • Active DEA registration
  • Current ACLS certification
  • Availability for the listed coverage dates must be confirmed during the submission process
  • COVID-19 vaccination preferred

Interventional Cardiology Responsibilities

  • Provide inpatient interventional cardiology coverage and respond to cardiology calls throughout the hospital
  • Perform balloon angioplasty, coronary angioplasty, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), cardiac catheterization, and coronary angiography
  • Provide general cardiology consultations as needed
  • Interpret EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, and nuclear stress studies
  • Evaluate and manage adult patients requiring urgent or emergent cardiology care
  • Collaborate with the onsite cardiology team to support timely, high-quality patient care

Apply now for this locum tenens Interventional Cardiologist opportunity in Paducah, Kentucky.

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

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