Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Watseka, IL

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Watseka, Illinois, 60970!

About The Position

We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a 10-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins on Sep 20, 2025, and involves day and night shifts at a critical access hospital. The physician will manage a variety of emergency cases in a facility equipped with an emergency department.

Job Details

Location: Illinois

Facility Type: Non-designated Trauma Hospital, Critical Access

Start Date: Sep 20, 2025

LOA: 10 days

Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician

Schedule:

Aug 31st - Days/Nights

Sep 20th - Days/Nights

Oct 26th - Days/Nights

Schedule for Nov & Dec is being finalized. Providers can choose between 24-hour shifts or 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities and Duties

Provide immediate evaluation and management of emergency patients

Perform all lifesaving procedures including:

Intubation

Ventilation management

Central line placement

Arterial line placement

Ensure comprehensive specialty coverage in coordination with hospital and clinic services including Oncology, Orthopedics, Urology, Pain Management & Anesthesia, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, and Internal Medicine / Hospitalist roles.

Additional Information

Must be licensed to practice in Illinois

EMR System: Athenahealth

The role demands strong clinical skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a dynamic emergency setting.

Benefits

Strong compensation

Travel-related expenses covered

A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

*Travel the United States and see new places.

*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.

*Set your own schedule.

*Earn more money than permanent providers.

*Experience new practice settings.

*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!