Critical Care Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Kentucky

Job description

About the facility

This hospital in Western Kentucky provides inpatient critical care services with dedicated ICU capabilities and established support systems. The facility maintains appropriate staffing, including nursing staff and medical assistants, to ensure quality patient care delivery. Anesthesia support is available on-site to assist with critical care management, and coverage is needed due to a vacancy with ongoing locum tenens requirements.

About the facility location

Kentucky offers regional attractions, outdoor recreation opportunities, and year-round activities throughout the state. The area provides access to natural landscapes, cultural experiences, and state park destinations, making it a well-rounded region for those seeking both professional opportunity and leisure activities.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide day shift critical care coverage in the intensive care unit, working 12-hour shifts on a 7 days on and 7 days off rotation. Night call responsibilities are required, with an average of 2 call callbacks per night. Essential duties include managing critically ill adult patients requiring intensive monitoring, performing ICU procedures as needed, and remaining within the ICU throughout the shift. Board certification or ICU experience is required, and the clinician will work collaboratively with nursing staff, medical assistants, and on-site anesthesia support.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, 1 advanced practice clinician on night shift
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift time(s): 12-hour day shifts with night call; 7 days on and 7 days off schedule
• Procedures required: ICU procedures as needed
• Certifications required: Board certification or ICU experience required

Your dedicated recruiter

Jessica Patzak

Call / Text: (678) 690-7359
Email: jpatzak@locumtenens.com

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