Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens)
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Job Type: Locums
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $0
Category: Physician
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Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens)
Optigy is currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) to join a dynamic team at a leading regional medical center in Southwest Louisiana. This full-service medical facility is recognized for its advanced emergency care, modern infrastructure, and commitment to excellence in patient outcomes. As an Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens), you will work in a newly renovated, high-acuity Emergency Department that manages more than 48,000 patient visits each year. The department is fully equipped with state-of-the-art imaging technology, critical care resources, and specialized treatment areas to support a diverse range of emergency medical needs.
In this Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary clinical team, including experienced Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and scribe support, to deliver high-quality, patient-centered emergency care. The Emergency Department features 40 beds and provides dedicated spaces for trauma, mental health stabilization, and fast-track cases, ensuring efficient patient flow and comprehensive care delivery. With robust physician and APP coverage, as well as consistent scribe assistance, the environment is designed to minimize administrative burden and maximize clinical focus for every Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) on staff.
Optigy is committed to supporting Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) professionals not only with competitive compensation and comprehensive malpractice coverage, but also by facilitating all travel and lodging arrangements, enabling you to focus on providing outstanding emergency care. This high-volume, fast-paced setting is ideal for Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) candidates who excel under pressure and are eager to make a meaningful impact in a respected medical facility.
Southwest Louisiana offers a welcoming community with a unique blend of culture, hospitality, and natural beauty, making it a desirable area for healthcare professionals seeking both career advancement and quality of life. By joining Optigy as an Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens), you will become part of a supportive network that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
If you are a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) looking for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a high-volume Emergency Department, we encourage you to apply today by clicking the job application button below.
Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) - Summary- Provide comprehensive emergency medical care in a high-volume, modern Emergency Department
- Collaborate with experienced teams, including Advanced Practice Providers and scribe support
- Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment technology in a 40-bed facility
- Participate in a supportive, patient-centered clinical environment
- Enjoy travel, lodging, and malpractice coverage arranged by Optigy
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute illnesses and injuries for emergency department patients
- Work alongside fellow physicians, APPs, and scribes to ensure efficient patient care and documentation
- Utilize electronic medical record systems (EMR: McKesson) for accurate patient charting
- Respond to trauma and high-acuity cases utilizing specialized treatment areas
- Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration across trauma, mental health, and fast-track units
- Maintain high standards of clinical quality and patient safety in all interactions
- Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the Emergency Department
- Competitive hourly compensation for locum tenens emergency medicine services
- Malpractice insurance fully covered during assignment
- Comprehensive travel and lodging arrangements provided
- Work in a premier regional medical center with state-of-the-art facilities
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine
- Active and unrestricted Louisiana medical license
- Prior experience in a high-volume emergency department preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical team
- Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care
- Thrives in fast-paced, high-acuity emergency settings
- Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and adaptability
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented and proficient with EMR systems
- Flexible and committed to supporting the needs of the medical center
- The Emergency Medicine Physician (ABEM, Locum Tenens) position offers an outstanding opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience and expand professional skills in a respected healthcare environment
- Supportive onboarding and ongoing collaboration with a clinically driven leadership team
- All professional and legal standards, including EEO compliance, are strictly adhered to in this role
- Apply now to take the next step in your emergency medicine career by joining a team that values your expertise and dedication
Optigy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.