Emergency Medicine Physician

Locums - Independence, Missouri, Emergency Medicine Opening

Clinical Role

Join a high-volume Emergency Medicine team in Independence, Missouri, providing coverage across a Level II Trauma Center and affiliated Freestanding Emergency Departments. This locums opportunity offers flexible scheduling, a diverse trauma and medical patient population, and the opportunity to work within a comprehensive emergency care system.

Assignment Details

Start Date:

• September 2026

Assignment Length:

• Three months

Coverage Needed:

• Equivalent of 5-7 FTEs

Schedule:

• Providers must be flexible to work:
  • Days
  • Nights
  • Weekends

Shift Details (Physician Only):

• 6:00 AM-4:00 PM
• 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
• 12:00 PM-10:00 PM
• 3:00 PM-1:00 AM
• 7:00 PM-5:00 AM
• 9:00 PM-7:00 AM

Additional Coverage Details:

• Preference for providers open to working at main hospital and affiliated FSER locations
• Main hospital may consider shifts shorter than 12 hours
• Affiliated FSED locations require 12-hour shifts

Position Highlights

• Level II Trauma Center
• High-volume Emergency Department
• Large physician coverage need
• Broad Emergency Medicine case mix
• Trauma and critical care exposure
• Opportunity to work across multiple emergency care locations

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Practice Setting:

• Hospital Emergency Department
• Freestanding Emergency Departments

Facility Details:

• Level II Trauma Center

Patient Volume:

• Average ED census: approximately 170 patients
• Annual ED admission rate: approximately 24%

Patient Population:

• All Emergency Medicine patient populations

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and manage Emergency Department patients
• Perform all standard Emergency Medicine procedures
• Manage trauma and acute medical conditions
• Stabilize critically ill patients
• Coordinate transfers when specialty services are required
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, nursing staff, and specialty teams
• Document patient care according to department standards

Common Case Types

• Trauma (primarily blunt trauma)
• Broad mix of Emergency Medicine presentations
• High-acuity medical patients
• Surgical and specialty emergencies

Specialty Support & Transfers

Transfers include:

• Plastics/hand (limited coverage)
• Neuro-interventional radiology
• Pediatrics

Technology & Support

Support Services:

• Emergency Medicine physicians per shift vary based on volume
• Comprehensive ED support staff

Robotic Technology:

• Neurology
• Psychiatric services

Requirements

• Board Certified Emergency Medicine (ABEM) required
• Emergency Medicine Residency trained required
• ATLS required (one-time completion during career accepted)
• ACLS required
• PALS required

Credentialing

• Please inquire for current credentialing timeline.

Organization & Team

• High-volume Level II Trauma Center
• Experienced Emergency Medicine team
• Comprehensive specialty support network
• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Multiple locums providers accepted

About Independence, Missouri

Location & Access: Independence is located just east of Kansas City, providing convenient access to major highways, Kansas City International Airport, and the many amenities of the greater Kansas City metropolitan area.

Lifestyle & Community: Independence offers a blend of historic charm and modern convenience with local dining, shopping, community events, and family-friendly neighborhoods.

Outdoor Recreation: Residents enjoy parks, trails, lakes, golf courses, and recreational opportunities throughout the Kansas City region.

Attractions: Independence is known for the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, historic Independence Square, museums, and easy access to Kansas City entertainment, sports, and cultural attractions.

Quality of Life: Independence provides affordable living, convenient commuting options, strong community amenities, and the benefits of a major metropolitan area nearby.

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• A+ rated malpractice coverage
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• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
• Prepaid travel and lodging

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