Description
This contract position offers an on-site opportunity to provide critical care in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the health and safety of our community.
As a Locum Emergency Medicine Physician, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality emergency care to patients. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating acute medical conditions, collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes, and responding to emergency situations with urgency and expertise. This role is crucial in maintaining our commitment to excellence in patient care within the medical practice industry.
Responsibilities
- Provide emergency medical care to patients in a timely manner
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute medical conditions
- Collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals
- Perform necessary medical procedures as required
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Ensure compliance with medical protocols and standards
- Respond effectively to emergency situations
- Educate patients and their families on health management
- Participate in continuous medical education and training
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
- Active medical license to practice in the state of Nebraska
- Experience in Emergency Medicine or a related field
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment
- Knowledge of current medical practices and protocols
- Commitment to patient-centered care and safety
Level III Trauma
Schedule: 5 to 7x 8-hour shifts per week
Shifts available at multiple hospitals
Annual Volume: 24K+ OP ED visits, 3K+ IP ED visits
Will respond to codes
Support Staff: APPs
EMR: Epic
Must be board-certified or board-eligible
Paid travel & expenses