Emergency Medicine Physician
About The Position
JOB OVERVIEW • Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician • Job Type: Locum Tenens • Location: Chalmette, LA • Service Setting: Hospital • Coverage Type: Clinical Only • Coverage Period: April 30, 2026 – Ongoing • Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible shifts including 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM COVERAGE DATES • April 30, 2026 – Ongoing PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics • Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 79 patients per day (28,415 annual volume) • Admissions: Yes (8.7% admission rate) • Case Mix: Emergency Medicine with diverse acuity FACILITY INFORMATION • No. of Beds in Department: 10 ED beds • EMR System: Ochsner Epic • Office Equipment Available: Standard Emergency Department equipment • Specialty Backup Available: Cardiology, Endocrinology, Pulmonary, Urology, Gastroenterology, ICU, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Radiology, General Surgery • Support Staff Available: APP coverage (12-hour shifts) • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes • Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (expedited for clean files) • Credentialing Timeline: 30–60 days COMPENSATION & BENEFITS • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Emergency patient evaluation and management • Acute care stabilization • Interpretation of diagnostic studies JOB REQUIREMENTS • Licenses: Active LA license required • Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine • DEA: Required • Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS required if not ABEM certified • Experience: Residency trained required • Other Qualifications: Willingness to work both day and night shifts DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide emergency medical care to patients across varying acuity levels • Manage patient flow and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams • Perform assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans • Collaborate with support staff and specialists • Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to facility protocols
Requirements
- Active LA license required
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
- DEA: Required
- ACLS, ATLS, PALS required if not ABEM certified
- Residency trained required
- Willingness to work both day and night shifts
Responsibilities
- Provide emergency medical care to patients across varying acuity levels
- Manage patient flow and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams
- Perform assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans
- Collaborate with support staff and specialists
- Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to facility protocols
Benefits
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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