Locum Emergency Medicine Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Emergency Medicine Physician

• Setting: Acute Care Hospital, Emergency Department

• Duration: 13 weeks

• Start Date: 01-04-27

• Schedule: Alternating 5 days on, 12-hour shifts (07:00–19:00, flexible start/end)

• Call: No call

• Pay: $260/hr–$285/hr

Description

Provide comprehensive emergency medical care for a wide range of acute illnesses and emergencies in the emergency department. You will assess patients, order and interpret diagnostic tests, diagnose and stabilize life-threatening conditions, and develop treatment plans. Perform emergency procedures as needed and document care accurately.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments (history, physical exam, diagnostics)

• Diagnose and stabilize life-threatening conditions

• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute medical and surgical emergencies

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

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, CT scans)

• Prescribe medications and manage pain

• Coordinate care through effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare professionals

• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly

• Maintain a calm, professional demeanor in high-pressure situations

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Board certification (ABEM/ABIM/ABFM/AOA)

• Active and unrestricted Florida medical license

• Preferred: at least 1 year of emergency department experience

Benefits

• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay ($260/hr–$285/hr)

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• Dedicated application and assignment support, including in-house credentialing and licensing teams

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents