Physician - Emergency Medicine

Locum - Physician - Emergency Medicine Hot Springs, AR

Overview:

Join our distinguished team as a Locum Physician in Emergency Medicine at a Level 2 trauma center in Hot Springs, Arkansas. This vital role offers an exceptional opportunity to provide high-quality emergency medical care to a diverse patient population, from pediatric to geriatric, within a bustling regional trauma and cardiac facility. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, ensuring that communities receive the timely and compassionate care they deserve.

Required Skills:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Valid medical licenses, DEA, and state certifications for Arkansas
• Board certification or eligibility in Emergency Medicine
• Proven experience in emergency medicine, including procedures such as intubations, chest tubes, cardioversions, moderate sedation, laceration repair, traumatic injury management, and EKG interpretation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume emergency department
• Strong teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency with electronic medical records, specifically EPIC and Dragon dictation

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience working in Level 2 trauma centers
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or ATLS
• Prior experience in a regional or community hospital setting
• Bilingual abilities to serve diverse patient populations

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Medicine practice, preferably in a trauma or hospital-based setting
• Proven track record handling high acuity cases and complex medical procedures

Other Requirements:

• Availability to cover day, night, and evening shifts, with an average of approximately 130 hours per month
• Ability to start from May 1st, with an ongoing assignment of up to 12 months
• Must be able to perform essential procedures listed in the job duties
• Support from multidisciplinary teams including surgeons, neurologists, cardiologists, and nurses trained in ACLS and PALS
• Participation in a robust referral program and adherence to all applicable licensure, certification, and travel reimbursement policies

Compensation:

Hourly Pay Rate: $400/hour and below (Tier 1) or $401-$410/hour (Tier 2)

Enjoy competitive pay packages, prompt weekly payments via direct deposit, comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), and a dedicated support team committed to your success. Additional perks include paid sick leave, licensure, certification, travel reimbursements, and a generous referral bonus program.

Enhance your professional journey by contributing to a community-focused hospital that values your skills and dedication. Take the next step in your emergency medicine career—apply now and become a vital part of our healthcare team in Hot Springs!

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