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Description
This on-site, contract position offers an Associate-level physician the opportunity to deliver high-quality acute care in a fast-paced emergency department setting. As a locum tenens provider, you will play a vital role in ensuring continuous, reliable coverage for patients presenting with a wide range of urgent and emergent medical conditions.
As a Locum MD/DO in Emergency Medicine, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients of all ages, managing trauma cases, and stabilizing critically ill individuals. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of nurses, specialists, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care and optimal clinical outcomes. This role provides the flexibility and professional autonomy that locum physicians value, while offering meaningful exposure to a diverse patient population within the Medical Practice industry.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients presenting with acute illnesses, injuries, and trauma
Perform thorough patient assessments, including medical history review, physical examinations, and differential diagnosis
Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests such as laboratory panels, imaging studies, and electrocardiograms
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including pharmacological interventions and emergency procedures
Stabilize critically ill or injured patients and coordinate timely transfers to higher-level care facilities when required
Collaborate with nursing staff, specialists, and ancillary departments to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
Document all patient encounters accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR) system
Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and discharge instructions
Adhere to established clinical protocols, evidence-based guidelines, and regulatory compliance standards
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs to enhance departmental performance
Respond rapidly to emergency codes, trauma activations, and critical care situations
Provide supervision and guidance to residents, medical students, and support personnel as needed
Requirements
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
Active, unrestricted medical license in the applicable state, or the ability to obtain licensure prior to start
Associate-level experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, or a comparable acute care setting
Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and ATLS (PALS preferred)
Strong clinical reasoning, diagnostic, and decision-making skills
Proficiency in emergency procedures, including intubation, central line placement, and resuscitation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective patient and team interaction
Ability to work flexible, on-site shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Valid DEA registration and ability to prescribe controlled substances
Demonstrated ability to remain calm and effective under pressure in a high-volume environment
Comfort with electronic medical record systems and standard emergency department technology
Level II Trauma Center
Schedule: 12-hour shifts
Shift Information: 7a-7p, 9a-9p, 12p-12a, 7p-7a, or 9p-9a
Annual Volume: 50K patients
Support Staff: APPs and physicians
EMR: Epic
Must be board-certified
Paid travel and expenses
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Worksite address
pikeville, KY, 41501, US
Who can apply
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