Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM) – Locum Tenens
Location: Alexandria, LA
Job Type: Contract
Company: Optigy
Category: Emergency Medicine
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Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM) – Locum Tenens
Optigy is actively seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM) – Locum Tenens for an exciting opportunity in Alexandria, LA. This full-time, onsite position offers a dynamic environment within a high-volume, trauma level II emergency department. The role provides the chance to deliver critical care alongside a dedicated team, with comprehensive specialty back-up and advanced practice provider (APP) support. The hospital is committed to excellence in emergency medicine and values professionals who thrive under pressure and are eager to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
As an Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM) – Locum Tenens in Alexandria, LA, you will be at the forefront of emergency care, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to serve a diverse patient population. This position is ideal for board-certified or board-eligible physicians in emergency medicine, as well as family practice or internal medicine physicians with significant emergency medicine experience. The hospital utilizes the MediTech EMR system, ensuring efficient and robust patient documentation and care coordination. Consistent physician and APP coverage further supports quality patient care and fosters a collaborative work environment.
The emergency department averages an annual patient volume of 50,000, requiring strong clinical acumen, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. With a fast-track area available, the department is well-equipped to handle varying levels of patient acuity, streamlining care for less critical cases while maintaining focus on more complex emergencies. Physicians will benefit from a hospital medicine team onsite and robust specialty back-up, ensuring comprehensive support for all clinical scenarios.
Optigy is dedicated to supporting its locum tenens professionals, offering competitive compensation and streamlined credentialing processes. Transparent communication and nationwide placement opportunities make this a valuable partnership for physicians looking to expand their professional experience and work in a thriving, supportive clinical environment. Working in Alexandria, LA, offers the unique advantage of practicing in a region known for its welcoming community and access to a wide range of medical resources.
The Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM) – Locum Tenens role is vital to ensuring patient safety and emergency preparedness. If you are a motivated, adaptable physician seeking a rewarding locum tenens assignment, we encourage you to apply now by clicking the application button and take the next step in your emergency medicine career with Optigy.
Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM) – Locum Tenens Summary- Full-time, onsite locum tenens opportunity in a high-volume, trauma level II emergency department
- Work alongside experienced physicians, APPs, and a hospital medicine team
- Utilize the MediTech EMR system for efficient care coordination
- Serve a diverse patient population in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Provide direct emergency care for patients presenting with acute illnesses or injuries
- Collaborate with advanced practice providers and specialty back-up teams to manage diverse clinical scenarios
- Utilize MediTech EMR for accurate and timely documentation
- Participate in the fast-track program to efficiently manage lower-acuity cases
- Ensure patient safety and quality of care in a trauma level II emergency department setting
- Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and medical staff
- Adhere to hospital policies, regulations, and industry standards for emergency medicine
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Supportive, well-structured credentialing process
- Consistent physician and APP coverage to support work-life balance
- Access to nationwide locum tenens opportunities
- Transparent and open communication with Optigy
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM preferred), or significant emergency medicine experience as Family Practice/Internal Medicine physician
- Active or eligible to obtain Louisiana medical license
- Experience working in high-volume emergency department settings is highly desirable
- Proficiency with MediTech EMR or willingness to learn
- Demonstrates adaptability and composure in fast-paced, high-acuity environments
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care
- Willingness to engage in continuous learning and professional development
- Interest in locum tenens assignments to broaden experience and clinical exposure
- Annual patient volume of approximately 50,000
- Trauma Level II designation with robust specialty back-up
- Fast-track area to manage varying patient acuities efficiently
- Onsite hospital medicine team for comprehensive patient management
- Inclusive workplace environment, welcoming clinicians from diverse backgrounds
Optigy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Take the next step in your emergency medicine career—apply today by clicking the application button and join Optigy’s network of dedicated healthcare professionals!