Emergency Medicine Physician (EM, ABEM) Locum Tenens
Location: Morgan City, Louisiana
Job Type: Locums
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $0 Per Hour
Category: Physician
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The opportunity for an Emergency Medicine Physician (EM, ABEM) Locum Tenens offers a dynamic and rewarding role for physicians seeking to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment. This position is designed for board-certified professionals with a background in emergency medicine, internal medicine, or family medicine, and at least two years of recent emergency room experience. Physicians in this locum tenens position will join a collaborative team in a general and surgical hospital setting, ensuring seamless patient care across a range of emergency situations. The hospital features a well-equipped emergency department with 12 dedicated ED beds, advanced imaging technology including CT, MRI, and ultrasound, as well as comprehensive laboratory and cardiac cath lab resources. The facility operates as a level 3 trauma center, supporting an annual emergency department volume of approximately 22,000 to 28,000 visits, and is staffed with robust specialty backup. The Emergency Medicine Physician (EM, ABEM) Locum Tenens role offers flexible shift options, competitive compensation, and the chance to work with a committed team of healthcare professionals. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button to join a respected organization dedicated to quality care and professional excellence.
Emergency Medicine Physician (EM, ABEM) Locum Tenens - Summary- Immediate locum tenens opportunity for experienced emergency medicine physicians.
- Board certification required in Emergency Medicine (ABEM), Internal Medicine (ABIM), or Family Medicine (ABFM) with emergency room experience.
- Flexible scheduling with both day and night shifts available; candidates expected to cover at least 3 shifts per month.
- Work in a well-resourced general and surgical hospital with a 12-bed emergency department and advanced support services.
- Hospital is a level 3 trauma center, serving a diverse patient population and a high annual ED volume.
- Provide emergency medical care to diverse patient populations presenting with a variety of medical and surgical emergencies.
- Perform all standard emergency department procedures, including advanced airway management, resuscitation, trauma stabilization, and medical decision-making.
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including advanced practice providers (NP/PA), nursing staff, and on-call specialty physicians (ENT, Pediatrics, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Radiology, Surgery, Oncology, Hematology, and more).
- Utilize the PICIS electronic medical record (EMR) system for accurate and timely documentation of patient care and clinical decisions.
- Participate in expedited onboarding to ensure rapid integration into clinical workflows and timely credentialing.
- Maintain high standards of clinical quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance as per hospital protocols.
- Competitive locum tenens compensation structure.
- Hospital covers travel expenses for locum physicians.
- Opportunity for flexible shift selection, including both 12-hour day and night shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a).
- Access to state-of-the-art medical technology, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and cardiac cath lab.
- Supportive onboarding and expedited credentialing to facilitate a swift start.
- Board certification in Emergency Medicine (ABEM), Internal Medicine (ABIM), or Family Medicine (ABFM) required.
- Minimum of two years recent experience working in an emergency department setting.
- Active state medical license or participation in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC).
- Active DEA registration in the relevant state, or willingness to transfer an existing registration.
- Current certifications in ATLS, ACLS, and PALS.
- Proficiency in standard emergency department procedures and evidence-based clinical practice.
- Experienced, board-certified physician with a demonstrated track record of excellence in emergency medicine.
- Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working a variety of shifts and managing a diverse patient caseload.
- Strong communicator and collaborator, able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Committed to maintaining high standards of patient care and compliance with all hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines.
- Motivated by opportunities to serve in a busy, resource-rich hospital setting and to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
- Advanced support staff available, including 10 hours of NP/PA coverage per day and access to comprehensive specialty backup.
- Hospital’s emergency department handles a daily patient census of around 60, with annual volumes between 22,000 and 28,000 visits.
- Approximately 10% of cases are EMS arrivals, and around 6.6% of emergency patients are admitted.
- The hospital is equipped with ICU, PT, radiology, pathology, and pulmonary support on-site.
- The position is open for immediate start following expedited credentialing.
Take the next step in your emergency medicine career by joining a leading hospital as an Emergency Medicine Physician (EM, ABEM) Locum Tenens. Click the job application button to apply and become a valued member of a dedicated and collaborative care team.