Physician / Emergency Medicine / Mississippi / Locum Tenens

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title: Physician Emergency Medicine

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Lexington, MS

Service Setting: Hospital

Coverage Type: Clinical Only

Coverage Period: July 1, 2025 Ongoing

Clinical Shift Schedule: 12-hour physician shifts (24 hours of MD coverage daily) COVERAGE DATES

July 1, 2025 (dependent on credentialing)

Ongoing, open-ended assignment

Immediate start upon credentialing completion

Flexible schedule available

Two physicians needed

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: All ages

Patient Volume/Census: Approx. 19,000 annually ( 52/day)

Admissions: Yes (volume TBD)

Case Mix: General emergency medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION

EMR System: Epic

Support Staff Available: 10 hours daily of NP/PA coverage

Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Rate: TBD

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES

General emergency medicine procedures

Advanced airway management

Wound care and laceration repair

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Licenses: Active Mississippi license required

Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine or relevant specialty

DEA: Active DEA Certification required

Certifications: BLS, ACLS preferred

Experience: Minimum 2 years of ED experience preferred

Other Qualifications: Proficiency with Epic EMR strongly preferred

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide emergency care to a diverse patient population

Work 12-hour shifts alongside NP/PA support

Accurately document all encounters in Epic

Collaborate with nursing and advanced practice staff

Adhere to hospital policies and emergency care protocols

Permanent