Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Meridian, MS

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine Location: Meridian, MS Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Meridian, Mississippi, 39301!

JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Emergency Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Meridian, MS
• Service Setting: Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 09/05/2026 – 09/12/2026
• Shift Schedule: Variable


PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Emergency Department Patients
• Patient Volume/Census: 33,350 Annual ED Visits
• Admissions: As Clinically Indicated
• Case Mix: High-Acuity Emergency Medicine


FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 32 ED Beds
• Trauma Level: High Acuity
• Office Equipment Available: Standard Emergency Department
• Specialty Backup Available: Hospital-Based Specialists
• Support Staff Available: 36 Hours Physician Coverage and 17 Hours NP/PA Coverage Daily


PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: TBD


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered


REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Moderate Sedation
• Emergency Medicine Procedures
• Acute Care Management


JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Active Mississippi Medical License
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in EM, FM, or IM
• Active DEA with Mississippi Address and Applicable Schedules
• ACLS, ATLS, and PALS if not EM Board Certified or EM Trained
• Experience: Over 2,000 ED or Acute Care Contact Hours Within the Past 2 Years
• Other Qualifications: Completed 3-Year EM, FM, or IM Residency; 40 CME Hours in Previous 2 Years; Case Logs for Previous 2 Years; Supervising/Backup Physician for NP/PAs


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluate and treat emergency department patients
• Perform moderate sedation and emergency procedures
• Supervise or provide backup for NP and PA providers
• Document patient encounters and coordinate multidisciplinary care
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered emergency care

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Access professional development resources and educational programs offered by different facilities, staying updated with the latest medical practices and guidelines.
2. Assume leadership roles or managerial responsibilities in interim positions or short-term assignments, honing your leadership skills and management expertise.
3. Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
4. Embrace remote work options in telemedicine or virtual healthcare settings, leveraging technology to deliver care from anywhere while maintaining professional engagement.
5. Increase your earnings by taking on additional shifts or assignments, boosting your financial stability and opportunities.

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