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 a
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Healthcare & Medical