Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician

• Facility: Acute Care Hospital (Emergency Department)

• Assignment length: 13 weeks

• Start date: 01-04-27

• Shift coverage: Scheduled + No Call

• Schedule: Standard 5, 8-hour shifts (19:00–07:00)

Description

Provide prompt and comprehensive emergency medical care for patients with a wide range of emergencies and acute illnesses. You will assess patients, diagnose and stabilize life-threatening conditions, and develop treatment plans for acute medical and surgical emergencies. You will also perform emergency procedures as needed, order and interpret diagnostic tests, document care, and coordinate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Take patient history, conduct physical examinations, and perform diagnostic assessments

• Diagnose, stabilize, and manage life-threatening conditions

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

• Perform emergency procedures (e.g., suturing, wound care, splinting)

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

• Prescribe medications and manage pain

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team

• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly

• Maintain a calm, professional demeanor 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 Florida medical license

• At least 1 year of emergency department experience (preferred)

Benefits

• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay

• Dedicated application and assignment support

• In-house credentialing and licensing teams

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents