Emergency Medicine Physician

Mount Vernon, United States | Posted on 09/09/2026

• Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 7a-7p / 7p-7a
• Reason for Coverage: Coverage
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: H-MD-134648
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Mount Vernon, Ohio
• Facility: Knox Community Hospital - EM
• Health System: SCP Health - Locums
• Coverage Period: Sep 08, 2026 – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 7a-7p / 7p-7a
• Hours Per Shift: 12
• Reason for Coverage: Coverage
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 68 patients per day
• Case Mix: Moderate acuity, includes moderate sedation
• Rounding: Not Included

FACILITY INFORMATION

• No. of Beds in Department: 17 beds
• Trauma Level: N/A
• Support Staff Available: NPs, PAs

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Moderate Sedation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine
• Licenses: Active, unrestricted Ohio medical license; Active DEA with Ohio address and schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5
• DEA / CDS: Active DEA with Ohio address and Schedules 2-5
• Certifications: NRP required; ACLS, PALS, ATLS required for FM/IM physicians
• Experience: Residency trained in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine required
• Other Qualifications: Documentation of case logs for previous 2 years; Seasonal influenza vaccine required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients presenting to the ED.
• Perform moderate sedation procedures as needed.
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in the ED.
• Manage patient flow and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure efficient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.