Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine/Family Medicine Physician Needed in Missouri (j-231893)

Are you a board-certified emergency medicine or family medicine physician with urgent care experience seeking a dynamic locum tenens opportunity in a vibrant Missouri community near Elkland? We have an urgent need for a skilled and experienced physician to join our team and provide exceptional care to patients in a fast-paced environment. This is a fantastic chance to make a real difference in a supportive environment while experiencing the beauty of this welcoming region.

What this opportunity offers:

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  Long-Term Potential: Make a lasting impact with an ASAP start date and ongoing availability to address staffing needs.

  
  


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  Diverse Patient Population: Broaden your experience by caring for both inpatients and outpatients with a variety of emergency and urgent care needs.

  
  


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  Predictable Schedule: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with scheduled clinical hours only, offering no call for predictable scheduling.

  
  


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  Manageable Workload: See approximately 10 patients per shift, ensuring you can dedicate ample time to each patient's needs.

  
  


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  Seamless Technology: Leverage your familiarity with Epic, the EMR system used at our facility.

  
  


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  Key Responsibilities:

  
  
  
  
  • Provide comprehensive emergency and urgent care services to adult and pediatric patients.
  
  
  • Conduct thorough evaluations, develop treatment plans, and order necessary diagnostics.
  
  
  • Perform essential procedures as needed within your scope of practice.
  
  
  • Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team, including nurses and other healthcare professionals, to optimize patient care.
  
  
  • Admit patients for further evaluation or treatment when necessary.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within the Epic EMR system.
  
  
  
  


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  Qualifications for Success:

  
  
  
  
  • Board certification in either Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) or Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) with experience in urgent care.
  
  
  • Valid Missouri medical license to practice medicine without restrictions.
  
  
  • Current certifications in ACLS, PALS, and ATLS to demonstrate your commitment to patient safety.
  
  
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues.
  
  
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and make quick decisions.
  
  
  
  


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  Important Note: Due to the nature of this role and patient population, temporary privileges are not currently available.

  
  

This is a remarkable opportunity for a motivated and experienced emergency medicine or family medicine physician with urgent care experience to make a significant impact on patient care in a growing Missouri community. If you're passionate about emergency or urgent care medicine, enjoy a supportive work environment, and want to experience the charm of this region, we encourage you to submit your CV today!

Please note: Due to the urgent nature of this need, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Don't miss this chance to join our team we look forward to hearing from you!