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What they do
An Emergency Medical Director within emergency medical services is a physician who provides guidance, leadership, oversight and continuous quality improvement (CQI) for the practice of local EMTs and paramedics within a predefined area. Typically board-certified in emergency medicine or pediatric emergency medicine. Generally responsible for either the creation of protocols for treatment by prehospital providers or providing leadership to the group of physicians who assist with the provision of medical oversight depending on which model of service delivery and which model of medical control are operating.
$125,641 / year median in North Dakota
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Position Available:
ND-Licensed APP or Physician with Emergency Medicine ExperienceCoverage Dates:
- September 7-12, with orientation on September 4
Overview:
- This role involves working in a Hybrid Emergency Department/Inpatient setting in Hazen, ND, providing sole provider coverage for both emergency and inpatient care. Candidates must be proficient in emergency medicine and capable of performing inpatient procedures.
Coverage Details:
- - •
Dates:
- September 7-12
Coverage Shift:
- 24-hour consecutive shifts
Orientation:
- 8 AM on September 4, followed by a noontime handoff to the incoming provider
Availability:
- While the typical end time is noon, providers should remain available until 3 PM to accommodate potential travel delays of incoming providers.
On-Call Requirement:
- There are no average nightly callbacks; solo coverage overnight includes patient evaluations as part of the role.
Clinical Information:
Facility Capacity:
- Total beds not specified; average daily encounters of 9 in the ED and 6 inpatient.
ICU Capacity:
- 0 beds
Tertiary Care Facility:
- The nearest critical care transfer facility is in Bismarck, ND.
Required Procedures:
- Yes, competency in emergency and inpatient procedures is expected.
Specialty Support:
- Access to Avel E-Care for ED and inpatient settings, with telemedicine support available 24/7. RPG's Compass Telemed offers subspecialty assistance for Cardiology, Infectious Disease, and Pulmonology.
Administrative Considerations:
EMR System:
- Epic
Accommodations:
- On-site apartment and additional sleeping arrangements for providers.
Credentialing:
- Temporary privileges available; expedited licensing options for ND available.
Certification Requirements:
- - •
Board Certification:
- Mandatory
Life Support Certifications:
- ACLS, BLS, PALS, and ATLS
Licensure:
- Must possess an active North Dakota license.