Urgently Require Emergency Medicine for an ongoing locum assignment in PA!!
Glencoe, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
Salary
$300.00
– $300.00
• hourly
Degree Required
Other
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Location
17015, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/04/24
We are seeking an experienced and Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team in Pennsylvania. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide high-quality care in a non-trauma emergency department with state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative team environment.
Job Responsibilities
Manage a range of cases and oversee the transfer of higher-acuity patients when necessary.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care.
Maintain accurate and thorough documentation using Epic EMR.
Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of 2 years in Emergency Medicine.
Licensure: Active Pennsylvania medical license required.
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS.
DEA License: Required.
Working Hours
Shifts per Month: 16–20
Skills
Emergency Patient Care:
Expertise in diagnosing and treating acute medical conditions.
Ability to stabilize critically ill or injured patients.
Advanced Life Support:
Proficiency in ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
Procedural Skills:
Intubation, central line placement, and other emergency procedures.
Managing trauma-related injuries and conditions (despite not being a trauma center).
Medical Decision-Making:
Sound clinical judgment to assess whether patients can be managed onsite or need to be transferred.
Ability to work under pressure and make rapid, informed decisions.
Technical Skills:
EMR Proficiency:
Experience with Epic or similar electronic medical record systems for accurate documentation and patient management.
Interpersonal and Teamwork Skills:
Team Collaboration:
Work effectively with nurses, advanced practice providers, and other medical staff.
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families.
Leadership:
Ability to lead a care team in high-stress situations.
Provide guidance to support staff and junior team members when needed.
Organizational and Professional Skills:
Time Management:
Handle multiple patients simultaneously and prioritize care effectively.
Adaptability:
Respond to varying patient volumes and unpredictable situations.
Continued Learning:
Stay updated on the latest medical protocols, emergency treatments, and technologies.