Locum- Emergency Medicine NP
Chantilly, Virginia, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Emergency Medicine
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Odessa, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 6/28/24
Location: A city in Western Texas that has a rich history tied to oil exploration and has experienced economic booms and busts associated with the industry. It is also notable for its high school football culture, which was depicted in the book and movie "Friday Night Lights." With a growing population and diverse economy, this city continues to be an important hub in West Texas. Approximately 145 miles to Lubbock, home to Texas Tech University!

Facility: Hospital offering comprehensive healthcare services including emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, maternity care, orthopedic services, cardiac care, and more.

Opportunity:
  • Dates of Coverage: 8/1, 8/4, 8/11, 8/12, 8/19-8/21
  • Reason for Coverage: Start-up
  • Practice Setting: ER
  • Number of ED Physicians in Group: Single physician coverage 6-6 12-hour max shift length for MDs
  • Fast Track in ED
  • Percent (%) of Total ED Volume Treated by Fast Track: 2-3 BEDS
  • Average Number of Patients Per Day: 30-34 in a 12-hour split between MD/APP on shift
  • Documentation System/EMR: Meditech
  • Trauma Level/Designation: 3
  • ED Staff Responds to House Codes
  • Deliveries Received in ED and Sent Directly to Labor & Delivery
  • ED Responsible for Monitoring/Supervising Paramedics/Ambulance by Radio
  • APP will be supervised by a present Physician during assignment
  • 24-Hour Availability for Radiology (CT, MRI, X-Ray), Laboratory, & Anesthesia
  • Blood Bank - Certified by AABB
  • Surgical Services: CT, Neuro, Vascular, Ortho
  • Description of Consultants: Radiologist, Pulmonologist, Neurologist
  • Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 2-3 weeks
Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.