Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Ferriday, LA

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Ferriday, Louisiana, 71334!

About The Position

 We are seeking a licensed Emergency Medicine Physician for a 7-day locum tenens assignment at a Multi-Specialty Clinic in Louisiana. Starting 06/14/2025, this role requires expertise in managing a critical access hospital emergency department. The physician will work 24-hour shifts (8am to 8am) on specified weekends, with potential for ongoing coverage. Key responsibilities include providing independent coverage of the adult emergency department, performing various procedures, and managing admissions. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with a full procedural skillset, including ventilation management, intubation, central line placement, and more. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic emergency care environment using the CMR electronic health record system.

Job Details:

Location: Louisiana

Facility Type: Multi-Specialty Clinic

Start Date: 06/14/2025

LOA: 7 days (with potential for extension)

Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician

Schedule: 24-hour shifts (8am to 8am) on specified weekends

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide independent coverage of the adult emergency department

• Manage critical care cases in a ED and ICU setting

• Perform various procedures including intubation, extubation, and line placements

• Manage ventilation and critical care patients

• Place orders and manage admissions

• Utilize CMR electronic health record system for documentation

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records

• Collaborate with APPs and other healthcare professionals

• Communicate effectively with patients and their families

• Ensure adherence to facility protocols and best practices in emergency medicine

• Adapt to the specific needs of a critical access hospital

• Manage a varied patient load

• Participate in trauma care as needed (non-designated trauma center)

• Stay updated on the latest emergency medicine techniques and protocols

Additional Information:

• Experience in critical access hospital settings is highly desirable

• Comfort with independent practice during overnight hours

• Strong clinical decision-making skills in emergency situations

• Excellent communication abilities for interdisciplinary collaboration

• Flexibility to handle diverse emergency cases

• Must be comfortable with full procedural skillset required for emergency medicine

• Opportunity for ongoing weekend coverage

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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!