Emergency Medicine Physician

Locums - Kansas City, Missouri, Emergency Medicine Opening Clinical Role Join a busy Level I Trauma Center in Kansas City, Missouri, providing Emergency Medicine coverage across the main hospital and affiliated Freestanding Emergency Departments (FSEDs). This locums opportunity offers a diverse case mix, high-acuity patient care, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary emergency medicine team. Assignment Details Start Date: October 17, 2026 Assignment Length: Three months Coverage Needed: Equivalent of 2 FTEs Schedule: Providers must be flexible to work: Days Nights Weekends Physician Shift Times: 6:00 AM-4:00 PM 10:00 AM-8:00 PM 3:00 PM-1:00 AM 8:00 PM-6:00 AM Shift Details: Main hospital may consider shifts shorter than 12 hours Affiliated FSED locations require 12-hour shifts Position Highlights Level I Trauma Center High-acuity Emergency Medicine practice Opportunity to work at the main hospital and affiliated FSEDs Broad procedural experience Collaborative multidisciplinary team Diverse patient population Clinical Details & Responsibilities Practice Setting: Hospital Emergency Department Freestanding Emergency Departments Facility Details: Level I Trauma Center Patient Volume: Average daily census: Approximately 106 patients Annual admission rate: Approximately 34% Clinical Responsibilities: Evaluate and manage Emergency Department patients Perform all standard Emergency Medicine procedures Manage penetrating and blunt trauma Treat critically ill and medically complex patients Accept and manage transfers from outside hospitals Coordinate care with consulting services and inpatient teams Document patient care according to hospital standards Common Case Types Penetrating trauma Medical emergencies Surgical emergencies High-acuity critical care Transfers from referring hospitals Wide variety of routine Emergency Medicine cases Technology & Support Support Staff: Comprehensive Emergency Department support Pediatric coverage excluded Multiple Emergency Medicine physicians per shift based on volume Additional Information Occasional use of robotic technology for psychiatric services Requirements Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM) required ABEM certification required ACLS required PALS required ATLS required (completion of ATLS course at least once is acceptable) Credentialing Please inquire for current credentialing timeline. Organization & Team High-volume Level I Trauma Center Collaborative Emergency Medicine department Experienced multidisciplinary support team Opportunity for ongoing Emergency Medicine coverage About Kansas City, Missouri Location & Access: Kansas City is a major metropolitan area located along the Missouri-Kansas border, offering excellent transportation, an international airport, and convenient interstate access. Lifestyle & Community: Kansas City is known for its world-famous barbecue, vibrant arts scene, professional sports, live entertainment, and diverse neighborhoods. Outdoor Recreation: Residents enjoy numerous parks, hiking and biking trails, lakes, golf courses, and recreational activities throughout the metropolitan area. Attractions: Kansas City features the National WWI Museum and Memorial, Country Club Plaza, Power & Light District, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, professional sports teams, and a thriving culinary scene. Quality of Life: Kansas City offers affordable living, outstanding healthcare, excellent schools, diverse entertainment options, and the amenities of a major metropolitan area with Midwestern hospitality. What RecruitWell Provides A+ rated malpractice coverage Weekly direct deposit 24/7 dedicated recruiter support Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance Prepaid travel and lodging RecruitWell's Core Values Open communication Sense of urgency Teamwork Accountability Driven to win Higher consciousness