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Emergency Medicine Physician

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC, Breaux Bridge, LA, United States

Duration: Full Time


JOB OVERVIEW
  • Job Title: Physician - Emergency Medicine
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Breaux Bridge, LA
  • Service Setting: Hospital
  • Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  • Coverage Period: May 2025 - Ongoing
  • Clinical Shift Schedule:
  • MD: 6a-6p, 6p-6a (24/7 coverage model)
  • NP/PA: 11a-9p (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri)


COVERAGE DATES
  • May 2025 - Ongoing (12-month assignment)

PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Patient Demographics: Adults
  • Patient Volume/Census: Approx. 47 patients/day
  • Admissions: Yes (3.2% admission rate)
  • Case Mix: Emergency care

FACILITY INFORMATION
  • No. of Beds in Department: 5 ED beds + fast track beds
  • EMR System: Ochsner EPIC
  • Special Services: CT scan, ICU, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound
  • Support Staff Available: NP/PAs on-site 10 hrs, 4 days/week
  • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  • Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (Expedited possible)
  • Credentialing Timeline: 45-60 days with clean file

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered or included in all-in rate

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
  • Standard emergency medicine procedures

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Licenses: Active Louisiana state license required
  • Board: BC/BE in EM, FM, or IM (No ABPS)
  • DEA: Active DEA certification required
  • Certifications: ATLS, ACLS, PALS, BLS
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of emergency medicine experience
  • Other Qualifications: EMR proficiency required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide full-scope emergency care in a fast-paced setting
  • Collaborate with NP/PA team for patient throughput
  • Manage acute medical conditions and stabilize critically ill patients
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EPIC
  • Participate in team briefings, shift handovers, and follow hospital protocols