Emergency Medicine Physician

Looking for flexible Emergency Medicine coverage in a well-supported community ER? Mercy Council Bluffs is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine physician for 4 12 shifts per month , offering a variety of day, evening, and overnight shifts. With approximately 22,000 annual ED visits , strong APP support, and relatively limited trauma responsibilities, this assignment provides an appealing balance of clinical volume and manageable acuity.

ATC Locums is physician-led and committed to creating a better locums experience , providing personalized support with credentialing, scheduling, and assignment coordination.

• Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa
• Practice Setting: Hospital Emergency Department
• Annual ED Volume: Approximately 22,000 visits
• Schedule: 4 12 shifts per month
• Shift Options:
  • 6:30 AM 2:30 PM
  • 1:30 PM 10:30 PM
  • 9:30 PM 6:30 AM
• Call: No traditional call; scheduled ED shifts
• Trauma: Limited trauma responsibilities
• EMR: Epic
• Dictation: Dragon
• Support: hours of APP coverage
• Transfer Process: Streamlined transfer center
• Compensation: Competitive locum compensation; details available upon inquiry
• Coverage: Ongoing need with flexible monthly scheduling

Physicians will provide routine Emergency Medicine care, including:

• Evaluation and treatment of emergency department patients
• Management of acute and emergent conditions
• Resuscitation and codes
• Coordination of admissions and transfers
• General ED procedures and patient management

The department's disposition profile includes approximately 77% discharges and 14% admissions , with additional observation and transfer activity.

This is a strong opportunity for an Emergency Medicine physician seeking flexibility, consistent patient volume, and substantial APP support . The limited trauma responsibilities and accessible transfer process can help create an efficient clinical environment while allowing physicians to maintain a flexible locum schedule.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Completion of an ACGME/AOA-approved Emergency Medicine residency
• Actively practicing Emergency Medicine within the past 12 months, or completed EM residency within the past 6 months
• Active Iowa medical license or IMLC pathway
• Iowa DEA
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, and ATLS
• Clean malpractice/background history preferred

IMLC: Iowa participates in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact; eligible physicians may pursue Iowa licensure through the IMLC pathway.

Interested? Contact ATC Locums today to learn more. If this opportunity isn t the right fit, we d be happy to discuss additional physician opportunities available nationwide.

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