Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locums Coverage at Emergency Department in North Carolina

Job description

About the facility

The facility operates a comprehensive emergency department requiring locum tenens coverage for night shift operations. The department utilizes EPIC electronic medical records and maintains air and ground transport capabilities for patient transfers. The facility seeks qualified physicians with emergency medicine training to provide quality patient care during overnight hours.

About the facility location

North Carolina offers diverse outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the region including hiking, rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, and ziplining activities. The state features natural attractions such as Linville Caverns and outdoor adventure facilities, along with cultural destinations like botanical gardens and entertainment venues. The region provides year-round recreational activities with both natural outdoor adventures and comprehensive activity centers for residents and visitors.

About the clinician's workday

The emergency medicine physician will provide comprehensive emergency medical care during night shifts from 7:30 PM to 7:30 AM. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating emergency department patients at approximately 5 patients per hour using the EPIC electronic medical record system. The clinician must maintain current certifications in ACLS, ATLS, and BLS while coordinating patient care with air and ground transport services for transfers when necessary. Board certification is not required, though the facility seeks either an ABEM physician or a family medicine or internal medicine physician with emergency medicine experience.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 5 patients per hour (approximately 60 patients per 12-hour shift)
• Support staff: Emergency department nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift time(s): 7:30 PM to 7:30 AM
• Certifications required: ACLS, ATLS, BLS required

Your dedicated recruiter

Renee Moulden

Call / Text: (470) 431-4822
Email: renee.moulden@locumtenens.com

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