Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Connecticut

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Connecticut
Employer: LocumTenens.com
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-220765-MD-CT
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: Dec 21, 2026 - May 31, 2027
• Shift Type: Night Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This inpatient facility provides emergency medical services to the regional patient population in Connecticut. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and appropriate resources to support quality emergency care delivery across assigned coverage periods. Infrastructure is in place to accommodate locum tenens clinicians, including 24-hour APP support and structured dual-coverage scheduling.

Connecticut offers a range of attractions suited to varied interests, including the New England Air Museum in Windsor Locks, one of the country's largest aviation museums with over 100 aircraft on display. The state features outdoor recreation destinations such as Brownstone Adventure Sports Park in Portland, set within a historic granite quarry, as well as scenic coastal landmarks including the Groton Lighthouse at the mouth of the Thames River. Clinicians on assignment may also explore brewery tours, live music venues, farm-to-table dining experiences, and cultural institutions such as the Griswold Inn, which houses a notable marine art collection, across multiple regions throughout the state.

The Emergency Medicine Physician will provide inpatient clinical coverage during night shifts at this on-site facility in Connecticut, averaging 32 hours per week on a rotating schedule of 3 shifts one week and 4 shifts the next. Clinicians will evaluate and manage an average of 15 patients per shift, maintaining accurate clinical documentation throughout each assigned shift. Dual physician coverage is in place from 7:00 AM to 2:00 AM, with single physician coverage from 2:00 AM to 7:00 AM; 24-hour APP coverage supports clinical operations throughout the assignment. Board certification is required, and no call responsibilities are associated with this position.

• Case Load/PPD: 15 patients per shift
• Support Staff: APPs providing 24-hour coverage; dual physician coverage during peak hours
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No
• Shift Times: Night shift; single physician coverage 2:00 AM - 7:00 AM; dual physician coverage 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
• CertificationsRequired: Board certification required

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• Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
• Digital hub for assignment details