Emergency Medicine Physician
Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC, Chalmette, LA, United States
Duration: Full Time
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Chalmette, LA
• Service Setting: Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: April 30, 2026 - Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible shifts including 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
COVERAGE DATES
• April 30, 2026 - Ongoing
• 10-12 shifts per month
• Minimum 3-5 shifts per block required
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 79 patients per day (28,415 annual volume)
• Admissions: Yes (8.7% admission rate)
• Case Mix: Emergency Medicine with diverse acuity
FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 10 ED beds
• EMR System: Ochsner Epic
• Office Equipment Available: Standard Emergency Department equipment
• Specialty Backup Available: Cardiology, Endocrinology, Pulmonary, Urology, Gastroenterology, ICU, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Radiology, General Surgery
• Support Staff Available: APP coverage (12-hour shifts)
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (expedited for clean files)
• Credentialing Timeline: 30-60 days
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Emergency patient evaluation and management
• Acute care stabilization
• Interpretation of diagnostic studies
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active LA license required
• Board: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
• DEA: Required
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS required if not ABEM certified
• Experience: Residency trained required
• Other Qualifications: Willingness to work both day and night shifts
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide emergency medical care to patients across varying acuity levels
• Manage patient flow and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams
• Perform assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans
• Collaborate with support staff and specialists
• Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to facility protocols
• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Chalmette, LA
• Service Setting: Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: April 30, 2026 - Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible shifts including 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
COVERAGE DATES
• April 30, 2026 - Ongoing
• 10-12 shifts per month
• Minimum 3-5 shifts per block required
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 79 patients per day (28,415 annual volume)
• Admissions: Yes (8.7% admission rate)
• Case Mix: Emergency Medicine with diverse acuity
FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 10 ED beds
• EMR System: Ochsner Epic
• Office Equipment Available: Standard Emergency Department equipment
• Specialty Backup Available: Cardiology, Endocrinology, Pulmonary, Urology, Gastroenterology, ICU, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, Radiology, General Surgery
• Support Staff Available: APP coverage (12-hour shifts)
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (expedited for clean files)
• Credentialing Timeline: 30-60 days
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Emergency patient evaluation and management
• Acute care stabilization
• Interpretation of diagnostic studies
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active LA license required
• Board: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
• DEA: Required
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS required if not ABEM certified
• Experience: Residency trained required
• Other Qualifications: Willingness to work both day and night shifts
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide emergency medical care to patients across varying acuity levels
• Manage patient flow and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams
• Perform assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans
• Collaborate with support staff and specialists
• Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to facility protocols