Emergency Room Physician

Akicita Federal Emergency Room Physician

Akicita Federal is seeking a highly skilled and self-directed Emergency Room Physician to provide comprehensive emergency medical care at the Bemidji Area Service Unit in Ogema, Minnesota. This role requires an experienced provider capable of operating independently in a fast-paced, resource-limited setting, delivering full-spectrum emergency services across all patient populations. The ideal candidate brings a calm, confident clinical presence and a commitment to serving Native American communities with compassion and cultural awareness.

$250 - $300 an hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide independent emergency medical services to all presenting patients, including life-threatening conditions and trauma cases
• Respond to cardiac arrest ("Code Blue") and other critical incidents with appropriate resuscitation and stabilization procedures
• Evaluate patients through detailed history-taking, physical examinations, lab interpretation, and imaging review
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of emergent conditions involving: head, eyes, ears, nose, throat, skin, neck; cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, genitourinary, reproductive, and nervous systems; psychiatric and behavioral health crises
• Perform emergency procedures including but not limited to: suturing, incision and drainage, intubation, lumbar puncture, thoracostomy, NG/OG tube placement, cricothyrotomy, catheterization, fracture reduction, vaginal deliveries, wound care, and medication administration via all appropriate routes
• Interpret EKGs and radiographic imaging
• Provide remote consultation to EMS during patient transport via radio or phone
• Collaborate with on-call specialists and initiate timely referrals or transfers to facilities such as Cass Lake Indian Hospital
• Complete all patient documentation, consults, and discharge summaries in accordance with IHS standards
• Remain on-site and on-duty throughout assigned shift and during declared emergencies until formally relieved
• Participate in peer chart reviews, emergency preparedness drills, and quality assurance meetings as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited institution
• Current, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia
• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine, or in a primary care specialty with equivalent emergency experience
• Minimum two years of recent emergency department experience within the last three years
• Completion of an Emergency Medicine residency OR two years of postgraduate training in a primary care specialty with board certification and demonstrated proficiency in emergency care

Required Certifications (Must be Current):

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) or equivalent
• DEA Registration

Core Competencies:

• Extensive experience in acute and emergency care, trauma stabilization, and rapid clinical decision-making
• Proficiency in performing a full range of emergency procedures
• Strong ability to work autonomously in high-stress and low-resource environments
• Skilled in EMR documentation and familiar with ICD-10 coding
• Culturally sensitive, patient-centered care philosophy, especially when working with tribal and rural populations
• Clear and professional communication with patients, families, colleagues, EMS, and support personnel