Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Louisiana

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Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Louisiana

Melville, LA
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About the job

Facility with a 6-bed ED in a 20-bed hospital, serving 6,800 annual visits. Located in Louisiana, offering regional attractions and recreational activities. Role involves 24-hour shifts, EMR documentation, and managing all ages. Board certified physicians needed.

Requirements

  • Board certification
  • Emergency medicine experience
  • Experience with Epic EMR
  • Ability to work 24-hour shifts
  • Call coverage experience

Qualifications

  • Medical degree (MD)
  • Active medical license
  • Board certified in EM
  • Strong clinical skills
  • Team player

Full job description

This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-LA
  • Title: MD
  • Dates Needed: 08/16/2026 - Ongoing
  • Shift Type: 24-Hour Shift; Call; 24-Hour Call
  • Assignment Type: Clinic
  • Call Required: Yes
  • Board Certification Required: Yes
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

This facility operates a 6-bed emergency department within a 20-bed hospital, with an annual emergency department volume of approximately 6,800 visits. The facility is a Level 4 acuity setting and includes Physical Therapy, a Rehab Unit, and a Psychiatric Unit on-site. Clinical documentation is managed through the Epic EMR system.

About the Facility Location

Louisiana offers a range of regional attractions, outdoor recreation opportunities, and cultural experiences accessible throughout the state. Clinicians on assignment may find year-round activities spanning natural landscapes, historical sites, and community events across the region. The state provides a welcoming environment for professionals seeking both professional engagement and leisure pursuits during their time away from clinical duties.

About the Clinician's Workday

The Emergency Medicine Physician will provide clinical coverage during 24-hour shifts and 24-hour call at this on-site clinic facility in Louisiana. Call coverage is required as part of this assignment, with a 24-hour call ratio. The clinician will evaluate and manage emergency presentations across all age groups while maintaining accurate clinical documentation in the Epic EMR system throughout each assigned shift. Board certification is required for this position.


Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: 6,800 annual ED visits
  • Patient Population: All Ages
  • Call Ratio/Schedule: 24 hr call
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Government: No
  • Shift Times: 24-hour shifts; 24-hour call
  • CertificationsRequired: Board certification required

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