Locums Emergency Medicine Physician

A high-volume Emergency Department in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking a Locums Emergency Medicine Physician to join its experienced clinical team. This opportunity is ideal for a physician who enjoys a fast-paced environment with a diverse patient population, high-acuity cases, complex medical conditions, and a broad range of emergency procedures.

Position Highlights

Schedule: Providers must be flexible to work days, nights, and weekends

Call: No call required

Patient Volume: Average daily census of approximately 106 patients

Annual Admission Rate: Approximately 34%

Shift Schedule

Available physician shifts include:

6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

8:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Clinical Environment

This Emergency Department provides care for a broad range of emergency conditions, including:

High-acuity and critically ill patients

Trauma cases, including penetrating trauma

Complex medical emergencies

Patients requiring transfers and specialty care

The practice environment includes:

High procedural volume

Significant transfer activity from surrounding facilities

Occasional psychiatric evaluations utilizing telehealth technology

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients presenting with emergency medical conditions

Perform all standard Emergency Department procedures

Stabilize critically ill and injured patients

Manage complex cases and coordinate transfers when appropriate

Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and ancillary teams

Provide timely, evidence-based emergency care and accurate medical documentation

Support Staff

Comprehensive Emergency Department support team

All standard ED support services available

Pediatric coverage is not included

Qualifications

Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)

Active Missouri medical license or ability to obtain licensure

Current DEA registration

ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and BLS certifications as required

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