Emergency Medicine MD/DO

Assignment Length:  Ongoing coverage need

Start Date: As soon as credentialed

Openings:  1

Reason for Coverage: Long-term permanent search

Practice Setting:   

• Night and weekend coverage
  
• Everett PA
  
• Altoona PA
  
• Average annual volume: 19,000
  
• Average volume per 24-hours: 51
  
• Will work along-side APPs
  
• Admissions coordinated through Hospitalist and Specialties Groups
  
• Procedures include intubations, chest tubes, central lines, joint and fracture reductions, joint aspirations, laceration repair, and I&Ds
  
• No vent management
  

Schedule: 

• Night and weekend shifts
  
• 7:00a-7:00p or 7:00p-7:00a
  
• Average 4 shifts per month
  

Patient Population:  All ages

EMR:  Cerner

Credentialing:  90 days

Requirements:

• Active Pennsylvania licensure
  
• Board certification
  
• AHA BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications
  
• Minimum 1-year Emergency Medicine experience or equivalent 
  

• Provide comprehensive medical care to patients across a variety of clinical settings, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
  
• Conduct thorough patient histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments
  
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic testing including laboratory work, imaging, and other studies as appropriate
  
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and care plans based on patient needs and evidence-based practices
  
• Prescribe medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions within scope of practice
  
• Manage ongoing patient care, including follow-up evaluations and coordination of treatment plans
  
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of care
  
• Document patient encounters, treatment plans, and clinical findings accurately and in compliance with facility standards
  
• Respond to patient concerns and provide education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care
  
• Maintain compliance with facility policies, credentialing requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
  
• Adapt quickly to new clinical environments, workflows, and electronic medical record systems
  
• Stay current on medical advancements, clinical guidelines, and best practices through continuing medical education and professional development
  

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of specialty principles and practices, including diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases
  
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams
  
• Technical proficiency in performing procedures (if applicable)
  
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing patent conditions
  
• Time management and organizational skills to manage a patient workload effectively 
  

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
  
• Residency training program in internal medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
  
• Fellowship training in Emergency Medicine (may be preferred depending on the position)
  

Licenses & Certifications:

• Board certification in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the AOA
  
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania
  

Experience:

• While specific requirements may vary, most locum physician positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty