About this opportunity
Arc Health lists this Emergency Medicine Physician opportunity in kayenta, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Emergency Medicine Physician Locum Tenens Provide emergency medical evaluation, diagnosis, stabilization, and treatment for patients across all age groups.
Manage a diverse patient population including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Deliver high-quality emergency care in a fast-paced clinical environment with an average patient volume of 12-20 patients per shift.
Evaluate and treat a wide range of acute illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
Manage varying levels of patient acuity and determine appropriate treatment plans and disposition.
Provide emergent obstetric care and coordinate transfers for high-risk or complicated cases when necessary.
Perform medical decision-making regarding admissions, discharges, observation, and transfers to higher levels of care.
Utilize diagnostic resources including laboratory testing, imaging, ultrasound, and EKG interpretation.
Collaborate closely with nurse practitioners, nursing staff, medical assistants, and ancillary personnel to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Coordinate ground and air transportation for patients requiring specialty or advanced care services.
Maintain accurate, compliant, and timely documentation within the medical record.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support patient safety efforts.
Respond effectively to critical care situations and medical emergencies.
Utilize evidence-based medicine and established clinical protocols when managing patients.
Communicate clearly with patients, families, consultants, and healthcare team members regarding treatment plans and follow-up needs.
Ensure continuity of care through proper handoff communication and care coordination.
Adhere to all federal, state, credentialing, and regulatory requirements.
Support a collaborative, patient-centered approach to emergency medicine.
Requirements MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine or Family Medicine.
Minimum three years of Emergency Department physician experience preferred.
Active and unrestricted medical license.
Current DEA registration.
ACLS certification required.
PALS certification required or willingness to obtain.
ATLS certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
Comfortable managing emergency obstetric cases in a limited-resource environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing and privileging requirements.
Clean NPDB report.
Successful completion of required background checks and medical screenings.
Schedule Locum Tenens Assignment
Four (4) 12-Hour Shifts
Compensation $250-$300 per hour
Housing Provided
Malpractice Coverage Included
Independent Contractor Opportunity
Worksite address
kayenta, AZ, 86033, US
Who can apply
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