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

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Medical Staffing to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Lafayette, Louisiana, 70506!

About The Position

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician – Emergency Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Lafayette, LA
• Service Setting: Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: June 2025 – 12 months
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 7a–7p, 7p–7a

• June 2025 – ongoing (12-month commitment)
• Minimum: 7 shifts/month
• Preferred: 20 shifts/month (2 FT MDs needed)

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Patient Volume/Census: 49 patients/day
• Admissions: 5% admission rate
• Rounding: Not Included
• Phone Consults: Not specified
• Case Mix: Emergency Medicine, general

FACILITY INFORMATION

• No. of Beds in Department: 14 ED beds
• Trauma Level: Level II
• EMR System: Ochsner EPIC
• Office Equipment Available: TBD
• Specialty Backup Available: Cardiology, Orthopedics, IM, Radiology, FP, Pathology, Surgery, Urology, ICU, CCU, SICU
• Support Staff Available: NPPA coverage (12 hours/day)
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes – Active LA license & clean file only
• Credentialing Timeline: 30–60 days with active LA license & expedited request

• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active Louisiana license required
• Board: BC EM/IM/FM or BE EM with ACLS, ATLS, PALS
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS (required if not BCEM)
• Experience: Residency-trained in EM/IM/FP with EM experience
• Other Qualifications: Must complete VPMA interview, EMR (EPIC) training & orientation

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide 12-hour ED coverage in a Level II trauma center
• Perform standard emergency medicine procedures
• Collaborate with NPPA staff and specialty backup
• Participate in EMR documentation using Ochsner EPIC
• Maintain credentialing and licensing requirements

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a national recruitment firm that specializes in sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses, allied health, and non-clinical professionals for healthcare facilities. Our primary objective is to place highly skilled providers in facilities where they can add the most value while contributing to both provider and facility growth and success.

For our providers, our recruiters are dedicated to supporting your requests, ensuring that you receive fair compensation, and placing you in positions where you can advance your career. We maintain consistent communication with you throughout the recruitment process to keep you informed. At Adelphi, we believe in providing more than just job opportunities, but also in offering prospects for professional growth and achievement. Our vast selection of job openings makes us a top choice in the staffing industry.

For our clients, we understand the challenges of finding skilled healthcare workers who can provide exceptional care and service. We are committed to providing our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we offer our recruitment and placement services, we place great importance on building strong relationships within the industry to maintain successful and long-lasting partnerships with our clients and the communities they serve.