Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine - $8,617 to $9,575 per week in Fortuna, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Fortuna, CA
Employer: GHR Healthcare
Pay: $8,617 to $9,575 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Emergency Medicine Physician – Locum Tenens (Per Diem) | Fortuna, CA (95540)

Emergency Medicine Physician (locum tenens / per diem) needed in Fortuna, CA — competitive pay, flexible ER shifts, and an opportunity to provide emergency department coverage in Humboldt County. Active California medical license and Emergency Medicine board certification/eligibility required. Apply now for this short-term locum tenens emergency physician opportunity.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $8,540 - $9,150
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens (Per Diem) — Emergency Medicine Physician / ER Physician
• Location: On-site in Fortuna, CA (Humboldt County) — Zip: 95540
• Shift Options: 6am-2pm, 8am-4pm, 1pm-11pm (8-hour shifts)
• Guaranteed Hours: 8 hours per shift
• Start Date: July 20, 2026
• End Date: July 21, 2026 (with ongoing needs possible)
• Trauma Level: Level 3
• Average ED Volume: 110 patients per 24 hours

Qualifications & Licensure (Job Requirements)

• Active California medical license required (physician license)
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or ABEOM only; ABIM/ABFM not accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of recent clinical experience in Emergency Medicine / emergency department (ER) settings
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications
• Ability to work night shifts strongly preferred
• Updated CV with all hospital affiliations; gaps greater than 3 months must be explained

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency medical care to patients in the Emergency Department (ED)
• Manage a diverse patient population with a wide range of acute medical and trauma-related conditions
• Perform triage, resuscitation, procedural care, and critical decision-making in a fast-paced ER environment
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including anesthesia, surgery, radiology, and laboratory services (available 24/7)
• Participate in hospital privileging and credentialing processes as required for locum tenens coverage
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters and adhere to hospital policies and procedures

Why Fortuna, CA (Fortuna / Humboldt County)

Fortuna offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere with easy access to Redwood forests, outdoor recreation, and a supportive community setting for emergency physicians. This locum tenens role is ideal for physicians seeking per diem emergency medicine jobs in California with flexible scheduling and high-impact clinical work.

Apply now: Submit your updated CV, current CA license, ACLS/BLS certifications, and availability. Join our healthcare team today for this locum tenens Emergency Medicine opportunity in Fortuna, California.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.