Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Kansas City, MO

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Kansas City, MO
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 3 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Kansas City, Missouri Emergency Medicine Physician Locum Tenens Opportunity

Rhino Medical is seeking board eligible or certified Emergency Medicine Physicians for an ongoing locum tenens role supporting a Level I trauma center in Kansas City, Missouri. This position offers flexible scheduling including days, nights, and weekends, with varied shift durations across the main hospital and affiliated FSEDs. The role involves managing high-acuity cases, trauma, and transfer patients, utilizing standard ER procedures, and working in a fast-paced, diverse environment.
For Emergency Physicians seeking a high-volume, high-acuity setting with modern documentation tools and the opportunity to work across multiple locations, this opportunity provides valuable clinical experience and scheduling flexibility in a renowned trauma center.

Opportunity Highlights
• Location: Kansas City, Missouri
• Emergency Medicine Physician Locum Tenens
• Ongoing Coverage Opportunity
• Support a Level I trauma center
• Shift times: 6:00–16:00, 10:00–20:00, 15:00–01:00, 20:00–06:00
• Flexible to work days, nights, and weekends at main hospital and affiliated FSEDs
• Shift durations: less than 12 hours at main hospital, 12 hours at FSEDs

Practice Environment

This role supports a main hospital campus and affiliated outpatient FSEDs in Kansas City, MO. The facility manages approximately 106 patients daily, with a focus on trauma and high-acuity cases, including transfers from other hospitals. The environment features occasional psychiatric assessments, including use of robots, and staff levels vary per shift, with no pediatric support staff available.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Evaluation, stabilization, and management of emergency patients
• Handling of trauma, including penetrating injuries and other high-acuity cases
• Performing all standard ER procedures
• Coordination of patient transfers from referring hospitals
• Managing a broad case mix with diverse presentations and procedures
• Documentation within the electronic medical record system

Candidate Requirements

• Active Missouri medical license
• MD degree
• Board certified or eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
• ACLS, PALS, and ATLS certifications (taken once)

Why Emergency Physicians Move on This

• Level I trauma center with diverse high-acuity case load
• Flexible scheduling including nights, days, and weekends
• Supportive environment with transfer management and advanced documentation
• Opportunity to work across hospital and outpatient settings in Kansas City
• No call requirement, with varied shift times for work-life balance

About Kansas City, Missouri

Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, Kansas City offers a vibrant arts scene, renowned culinary options, and outdoor recreation on the Missouri River. Known for its rich jazz history and friendly community, physicians enjoy a manageable cost of living, diverse cultural attractions, and easy access to regional amenities across Missouri and neighboring states.

Why Physicians Choose Rhino Medical

• Weekly Direct Deposit
• AAA-Rated Malpractice Coverage
• Concierge Credentialing Support
• Dedicated Recruiter Communication
• Transparent Process from Presentation Through Placement
• Long-Term Relationship Focus

Apply today with your updated CV to secure upcoming Emergency Medicine coverage opportunities in Kansas City, Missouri.
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