Every Hour Without Cardiology Coverage Costs $15,000.
We Can Have a Cardiologist There in 72 Hours.
Board-certified cardiologists for nocturnist programs, clinic backfill, STEMI call, and consult coverage. Pre‑credentialed, available now, at rates 15‑22% below what the big agencies charge.
The Cardiology Coverage Crisis
Cardiology is facing a widening supply-demand gap that threatens hospital revenue, patient outcomes, and emergency cardiac care access nationwide. The American College of Cardiology projects a shortage of 42,000 cardiologists by 2035 — driven by an aging population needing more cardiac care and a training pipeline that cannot keep pace.
For hospitals, the impact is immediate and severe. A single unfilled nocturnist position means no overnight cardiac coverage — forcing transfer of MI patients to competing facilities, losing STEMI designation, and putting revenue at risk. A community hospital without cardiology coverage can lose $500K–$1M in annual cardiac catheterization revenue alone.
The nocturnist gap is particularly acute. Most hospitals need 7p–7a cardiology coverage but cannot recruit permanent nocturnists. The 7-on/7-off model has become standard, yet the pool of cardiologists willing to work overnight is tiny. Locums One has built a dedicated nocturnist bench — cardiologists who prefer this schedule and can start within 21 days.
$15,000/hour
Average revenue lost when cath lab cases are delayed due to no cardiology coverage
42,000 by 2035
Projected cardiology shortage as demand outpaces training capacity
$500K–$1M/year
Revenue at risk for community hospitals without cardiology coverage
What Our Cardiologists Cover
From overnight nocturnist coverage to clinic backfill and STEMI call — board-certified cardiologists for every coverage model
Nocturnist Coverage
7p–7a overnight cardiac coverage for MI management, arrhythmia stabilization, and acute heart failure. Our nocturnist bench is pre-credentialed and ready for 7-on/7-off block schedules.
Clinic & Consults
Outpatient clinic backfill and inpatient consultation coverage. General cardiology, heart failure, electrophysiology consults, and pre-operative cardiac clearance.
STEMI Call & Cath Lab
24-hour STEMI call coverage with primary PCI capability. Cath lab day coverage for diagnostic catheterization and elective interventions. Interventional cardiologists available.
Program Support
Launch new cardiology service lines, support accreditation efforts (Chest Pain Center, Heart Failure certification), and provide coverage during physician recruitment transitions.
Why Hospitals Choose Locums One for Cardiology
Speed, quality, and a nocturnist bench that actually exists
72-Hour Nocturnist Deployment
Pre-credentialed nocturnist cardiologists ready for 7-on/7-off block schedules within 72 hours
ACLS-Verified & Privileged
Every cardiologist carries active ACLS, clean malpractice ($1M/$3M), and verified cath lab privileges before presentation
Transparent Pricing
15–22% markup vs. 40–50% industry standard. See exactly what the physician earns and what we retain
Nocturnist Bench
A dedicated pool of cardiologists who prefer overnight coverage — not random generalists pulled from a database
For Cardiologists: Why Locums One?
Better rates, faster placement, and a team that understands cardiology
$300–$425/hr
Nocturnist coverage anchors at $355/hr. STEMI call commands $4,800/day. No rate compression. No hidden fees.
7-on/7-off Preferred
We specialize in block schedules. Work half the year, earn more than full-time permanent staff.
Malpractice Included
$1M/$3M claims-made coverage included in the bill rate. We verify it before presenting you. No separate purchase.
Travel & Lodging Covered
Round-trip flights or mileage reimbursement plus furnished lodging within 60 miles. No out-of-pocket costs.
Credentialing Handled
We handle FCVS, state licensure, privileging packets, and background checks. You focus on patient care.
1099 Structure
Independent contractor status. S-Corp election, business deductions, solo 401k. Typically saves $30K–$60K in taxes.
Cross-Specialty Rate Reference
Locum Tenens Salary Guide 2026
Cardiology locums currently earn $300–$425/hr. Nocturnist coverage anchors at $355/hr or $23,520 per 7-on/7-off week. Our master salary guide covers every specialty — with the agency margin math that shows exactly where your hourly rate comes from.
"We lost our only nocturnist to early retirement and had 30 days to find coverage or lose our Chest Pain Center accreditation. Locums One had a board-certified cardiologist credentialed and on-site in 18 days. He stayed for 6 months while we recruited permanently."
Frequently Asked Questions
Cardiology coverage, answered directly
Ready to Solve Your Cardiology Coverage Gap?
480+ board-certified cardiologists. 21-day average placement. 72-hour emergency deployment. One transparent bill rate.
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