Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine Physician – Eureka, CA

Join a leading facility in Eureka, California, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for dedicated emergency medicine professionals. This opportunity provides flexible scheduling, competitive hourly pay, and immediate start options. Enjoy a collaborative team setting with ongoing opportunities to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Quick Facts

• Location: Eureka, CA
• Start Date: 09/22/2026
• Shift Options: 3p-12a, 8a-4p, 1p-11p, 9p-6a, 11p-8a
• Schedule Type: Hospital inpatient coverage
• Hours per Week: Variable, with a guaranteed minimum of 8 hours/day
• Employment Type: Locum
• License/Certifications: Active California medical license, DEA required, BC or BE within 3-5 years of residency, ABEM/ABEOM certification (no ABIM/ABFM)
• Experience: Prior emergency medicine experience preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00/hour (plus potential incentives)
• Benefits: Competitive pay packages, weekly pay schedule via direct deposit, comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), reimbursements for licensure, certification, travel, and other expenses, robust referral bonus program, paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws, special incentive of $25/hr for confirmed night shifts (additional rates available for pilot program)

What You'll Do

• Provide emergency medical care to patients in a hospital setting
• Assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of acute conditions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient care
• Support hospital protocols and follow established treatment guidelines
• Participate in shift coverage as scheduled, including nights and days
• Present 2-3 professional references upon application

What You Need

Required:

• Active California medical license
• DEA certification
• BC or BE in Emergency Medicine (within 3-5 years of residency)
• ABEM or ABEOM certification
• Prior emergency medicine experience

Preferred:

• Experience in inpatient hospital emergency departments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt to dynamic clinical environments

About the Assignment This assignment involves inpatient emergency medicine coverage at a reputable hospital in Eureka, California. The facility handles an average of 110 patients in a 24-hour period and values skilled, proactive physicians committed to delivering exceptional emergency care. The position offers flexible scheduling options, competitive hourly rates, and immediate start availability to compatible candidates.

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