Emergency Medicine Physician (EM)
Location: Abbeville, Louisiana
Job Type: Locums
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $0 Per Hour
Category: Physician
Job Description Apply Now
The role of Emergency Medicine Physician (EM) is a vital position within the healthcare system, providing acute medical care to patients who present with urgent and emergent health concerns. As an Emergency Medicine Physician, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, timely medical interventions in a fast-paced environment. This full-time opportunity is available for board-certified physicians who are passionate about emergency care and are ready to join a dedicated team at a critical access hospital. Employment in this area offers the benefit of serving a diverse patient population and collaborating with a wide array of medical professionals. This position is ideal for physicians seeking a dynamic and impactful career in emergency medicine.
Emergency Medicine Physician (EM) - SummaryAs an Emergency Medicine Physician (EM), you will be responsible for providing comprehensive emergency medical services in a critical access hospital setting. The facility acts as a Level 3 trauma center with medium acuity, managing an annual emergency department (ED) volume of approximately 16,000 visits and handling an average of 45 patients daily. This role requires flexibility to cover both day and night shifts, with a typical schedule including 10-12 shifts per month. You will join a collaborative team that includes other physicians as well as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, with robust backup specialties available to support patient care.
Duties & Responsibilities- Deliver high-quality emergency medical care to patients presenting with a wide range of urgent and emergent conditions.
- Perform all standard emergency room procedures according to best practice standards and hospital protocols.
- Work efficiently across scheduled shifts, including day (6a-6p) and night (6p-6a) rotations.
- Collaborate closely with support staff, including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and backup specialty teams such as cardiology, gastroenterology, oncology, podiatry, and surgery.
- Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) systems, specifically Cerner, to document patient care accurately and in compliance with hospital policy.
- Ensure clear and timely communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in ongoing credentialing and onboarding processes as required for continuous hospital compliance.
- Manage ED census effectively, ensuring optimal patient flow and high standards of care for all 10 ED beds.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards for Emergency Medicine Physicians (EM).
- Comprehensive travel support covered by the hospital for eligible candidates.
- Access to continuing medical education and professional development resources.
- Collaborative work environment with a multidisciplinary team.
- Expedited onboarding and credentialing process to facilitate a quick start.
- Board Certification in Emergency Medicine (ABEM), Internal Medicine (ABIM), or Family Medicine (ABFM) with emergency medicine experience.
- Active state medical license and DEA registration, or willingness to transfer credentials as required.
- Certification in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
- Ability to commit to a minimum of 3 shifts per month, with flexibility to cover both day and night rotations.
- Strong skills in performing all standard emergency room procedures and managing a medium acuity patient population.
- Proficiency with Cerner or similar EMR systems.
- Experienced Emergency Medicine Physician (EM) who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
- Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills under pressure.
- Effective communicator who works well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Adaptable to varying shift schedules and comfortable with both day and night coverage.
- Committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in all interactions.
- Motivated to participate in ongoing professional development and hospital quality initiatives.
- This position is located at a critical access hospital serving a community with a medium acuity emergency department and a supportive team environment.
- Backup specialties are available to assist with complex cases, including cardiology, gastroenterology, oncology, podiatry, and surgery.
- The hospital is equipped with Cerner EMR to streamline patient documentation and workflow.
- Onboarding and credentialing are expedited to ensure a prompt start for qualified candidates.
- To take the next step in your career as an Emergency Medicine Physician (EM), click the job application button and join a team dedicated to delivering outstanding emergency care.
The employer is an equal opportunity organization and complies with all applicable employment laws and regulations. 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.