Physician - Emergency Medicine

Emergency Physician

Profession: Physician Specialty: Emergency Medicine Duration: 6-12 months Shift: 6-12 M; 6-12 M; 2-2.5 A; 2-2.5 A; 8-10 A; 8-10 A Hours per Shift: Varies based on shift License: Board Certified in Emergency Medicine Certifications: ABEM certification required Must-Have: - Experience in Emergency Medicine - Capability to demonstrate procedural proficiencies through case logs

Description: The facility requires Emergency Physicians for an urgent staffing need due to a vacancy rate of 30% and increased demand. The Emergency Department consists of 12 bays with varying patient acuity levels. During peak volumes, patient flow can range from 2-2.5 patients per hour at lower acuity facilities and approximately 30% admission rates elsewhere. Coverage at lower acuity facilities is single coverage, while multi-provider coverage is present in higher acuity settings. Support staff includes standard Emergency Department personnel to assist with patient care. Orientation consists of two days of shadowing and a day of in-house orientation with medical staff. Experience with emergency privileges may be necessary. Emergency privileges will not be an option for current candidates. Please note, case logs demonstrating procedural competencies will be required during the credentialing process.