Critical Care Intensivist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in Kentucky

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-215829-MD-KY

• Title: MD

• Dates Needed: Aug 3-8, Aug 17-24, Nov 2-4, Dec 28 - Jan 3

• Shift Type: Day Shift; Call

• Assignment Type: Inpatient

• Call Required: Yes

• Board Certification Required: Yes

• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This hospital in western Kentucky provides inpatient critical care services with dedicated ICU capabilities and established support systems. The facility maintains appropriate staffing, including advanced practice clinicians and nursing support, to ensure quality patient care delivery. Anesthesia support is available on-site to assist with critical care management.

About the Facility Location

Kentucky offers a range of attractions and activities suited to varied interests. The state is recognized for its bourbon culture, with buying, selling, and trading experiences available alongside local farmers markets and community celebrations. Visitors can also explore cultural heritage events and outdoor activities across the region.

About the Clinician‘s Workday

The clinician will provide critical care coverage during 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, remaining on-site and working within the ICU throughout the shift. Night call responsibilities are required, with an average of 2 call callbacks expected. Required procedures include intubation, chest tube insertion, and central line placement, with anesthesia support available on-site. The clinician will collaborate with RNs, MAs, and 1 APC per shift to deliver specialized critical care services to adult patients.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable

• Support Staff: RN, MAs, 2 APCs (1 APC per shift)

• Patient Population: Adults

• Location Type: On-Site

• Government: No

• Shift Times: Day: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (12 hours in ICU); Night call required; average 2 call callbacks

• Procedures Required: Intubation, chest tube insertion, central line placement

• CertificationsRequired: Board certification required

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