Locum Emergency Medicine Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Emergency Medicine Physician

• Setting: Acute care hospital Emergency Department

• Coverage: Scheduled shifts only; no call

• Shift: 8-hour shifts, 19:00–07:00

• Assignment length: 13 weeks

• Pay: $295/hr–$305/hr

Description

Provide prompt and comprehensive emergency medical care to patients with a wide range of emergencies and acute illnesses. You will assess patients, diagnose and stabilize life-threatening conditions, develop treatment plans, and perform emergency procedures as needed. You’ll also order and interpret diagnostics, prescribe medications, document care accurately, and coordinate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments using history, physical exams, and diagnostic testing

• Diagnose, stabilize, and manage acute medical and surgical emergencies

• Perform procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting

• Order and interpret tests (e.g., X-rays, CT scans) to guide clinical decisions

• Prescribe medications and manage pain

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care

• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in the medical record

• Maintain a calm, professional demeanor while managing multiple patients in high-pressure situations

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

• Board certification in emergency, internal, or family medicine (or AOA equivalent)

• Active and unrestricted medical license in Florida

• Preferred: at least 1 year of experience in an emergency department setting

Benefits

• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay

• Dedicated application and assignment support

• In-house credentialing and licensing teams

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• Additional benefits where required by applicable law