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Job Description
JOB OVERVIEW
Job Title:
Physician –
Emergency Medicine Job Type:
Locum Tenens Location:
Alexandria, Louisiana Service Setting:
Emergency Room (ER)
Coverage Type:
Clinical Only Coverage Period:
Start Date:
02/17/2025
Ongoing Clinical Shift Schedule:
Mon-Wed:
7a-5p, 10a-8p, 3p-1a, 4p-12a, and 8p-7a
Thurs-Sun:
7a-5p, 10a-9p, 4p-2a, and 8p-7a
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patient Demographics:
Mixed; primarily adult and geriatric with some pediatric patients
Patient Volume/Census:
Approximately 135 patients per day
Admissions:
22% of patients are admitted
Case Mix:
Emergency Medicine
FACILITY INFORMATION
Annual Volume:
49,500 visits
EMR System:
Meditech (transitioning to EPIC in March 2025)
Specialty Backup Available:
Robust backup specialties available onsite
Support Staff Available:
Scribe coverage for 10 hours daily
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Hospital Privileges Required:
Yes Credentialing Timeline:
Start as soon as credentialed; minimum days to credential not provided
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Rate:
TBD Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance:
Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
Not specified; general Emergency Medicine responsibilities
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Licenses:
Active Louisiana state medical license required
Certifications:
ATLS (required for FM-trained physicians) ACLS and PALS (required for all physicians)
Residency:
Must have completed an EM or FM residency
Experience:
If FM-trained, must have proof of ED experience within the past two years
Board Certification:
Acceptable boards include ABEM, AOBEM, or
ABFM. ABPS
boards are not accepted.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver high-quality emergency medical care to a diverse patient population Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including RNs, APPs, and specialty consultants Utilize EMR systems (Meditech, transitioning to EPIC) for patient documentation Ensure compliance with hospital policies and standards, including vaccination requirements Support the training and mentorship of clinical staff as needed
