Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at ER in Columbus, Nebraska
@ LocumTenens.comEmergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at ER in Columbus, Nebraska
About the job
Seeking an ER MD for a part-time locum role in Columbus, NE at a community hospital serving 7 counties, operating as a Level III Trauma Center with 13,000 visits annually.
Requirements
- Board certification in emergency medicine
- Ability to work day and night shifts
- Experience in emergency medicine
- Comfort with all age groups
Qualifications
- ABEM board certified
- Nebraska medical license preferred
Full job description
This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-NE
Title: MD
Dates Needed: 3-4 shifts per month
Shift Type: Day Shift; Night Shift
Assignment Type: ER
Call Required: No
Board Certification Required: Yes
Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility
This community-owned, nonprofit hospital serves Platte County and seven surrounding counties in northeast Nebraska. The Emergency Department operates as a Level III Trauma Center with approximately 13,000 annual visits, offering broad-spectrum emergency care supported by in-house radiology, hospitalist services, and access to air ambulance services. The facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical services and continues to invest in facility expansion and advanced patient care.
About the Facility Location
Columbus, Nebraska and the surrounding Platte County region offer a range of attractions suited to varied interests, including thoroughbred racing at Columbus Races, water recreation at Pawnee Plunge Water Park and Lake North, and outdoor activities along the Loup River. The area features diverse dining options, varied lodging, and a selection of shops, parks, and cultural experiences. Clinicians on assignment may also explore the Andrew Jackson Higgins National Memorial and enjoy live music and entertainment throughout the region.
About the Clinician‘s Workday
The Emergency Medicine Physician will provide clinical coverage during day and night shifts at this on-site Level III Trauma Center emergency department in Columbus, Nebraska, working 12-hour shifts on a schedule of 3-4 shifts per month. Shift times are 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM for day shifts and 8:30 PM - 8:30 AM for night shifts. Clinicians will evaluate and manage emergency department presentations across all age groups while maintaining accurate clinical documentation throughout each assigned shift. APPs are present on shift to support clinical operations, and no call responsibilities are associated with this assignment.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD: Variable
Support Staff: APPs on shift
Patient Population: All Ages
Location Type: On-Site
Government: No
Shift Times: Day shift: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM; Night shift: 8:30 PM - 8:30 AM
CertificationsRequired: ABEM board certification required
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