Locum Emergency Medicine Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Emergency Medicine Physician
• Facility type: Acute care hospital
• Schedule: Scheduled shifts; no call
• Shift hours: 19:00–07:00 (standard 5, 8-hour shifts)
• Assignment length: 13 weeks
• Start date: 01-04-27

Description

Provide prompt, comprehensive emergency care for patients with acute illnesses and injuries in the emergency department. You will assess, diagnose and stabilize time-sensitive conditions, develop treatment plans, perform necessary emergency procedures, and order/interpret diagnostic tests. You will also document care accurately and coordinate with patients, families, and the care team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients through history taking, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluation
• Diagnose and stabilize life-threatening conditions
• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute medical and surgical emergencies
• Perform procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, CT scans)
• Prescribe medications and manage pain
• Communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain complete and accurate medical record documentation
• Remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board certification in emergency, internal, or family medicine (ABEM/ABIM/ABFM) or AOA
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Missouri
• Preferably 1+ year of emergency department experience

Benefits

• Competitive, transparent locum tenens pay
• Travel and lodging coverage
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support
• Dedicated application and assignment support
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management
• Access to diverse care settings and hospitals