Emergency Medicine Physician

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title: Physician - Emergency Medicine

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Breaux Bridge, LA

Service Setting: Hospital

Coverage Type: Clinical Only

Coverage Period: May 2025 - Ongoing

Clinical Shift Schedule:

MD: 6a-6p, 6p-6a (24/7 coverage model)

NP/PA: 11a-9p (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri)

COVERAGE DATES

May 2025 - Ongoing (12-month assignment)

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: Adults

Patient Volume/Census: Approx. 47 patients/day

Admissions: Yes (3.2% admission rate)

Case Mix: Emergency care

FACILITY INFORMATION

No. of Beds in Department: 5 ED beds + fast track beds

EMR System: Ochsner EPIC

Special Services: CT scan, ICU, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound

Support Staff Available: NP/PAs on-site 10 hrs, 4 days/week

Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (Expedited possible)

Credentialing Timeline: 45-60 days with clean file

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Rate: TBD

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered or included in all-in rate

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

Standard emergency medicine procedures

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Licenses: Active Louisiana state license required

Board: BC/BE in EM, FM, or IM (No ABPS)

DEA: Active DEA certification required

Certifications: ATLS, ACLS, PALS, BLS

Experience: Minimum 2 years of emergency medicine experience

Other Qualifications: EMR proficiency required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide full-scope emergency care in a fast-paced setting

Collaborate with NP/PA team for patient throughput

Manage acute medical conditions and stabilize critically ill patients

Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EPIC

Participate in team briefings, shift handovers, and follow hospital protocols