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Emergency Medicine Physician

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC, Lexington, MS, United States

Duration: Full Time


JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Physician - Emergency Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Lexington, MS
• Service Setting: Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: July 1, 2025 - Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 12-hour physician shifts (24 hours of MD coverage daily)

COVERAGE DATES
• July 1, 2025 (dependent on credentialing)
• Ongoing, open-ended assignment
• Immediate start upon credentialing completion
• Flexible schedule available
• Two physicians needed

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: All ages
• Patient Volume/Census: Approx. 19,000 annually ( 52/day)
• Case Mix: General emergency medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: Epic
• Support Staff Available: 10 hours daily of NP/PA coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• General emergency medicine procedures
• Advanced airway management
• Wound care and laceration repair

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Mississippi license required
• Board: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine or relevant specialty
• DEA: Active DEA Certification required
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS preferred
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of ED experience preferred
• Other Qualifications: Proficiency with Epic EMR strongly preferred

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide emergency care to a diverse patient population
• Work 12-hour shifts alongside NP/PA support
• Accurately document all encounters in Epic
• Collaborate with nursing and advanced practice staff
• Adhere to hospital policies and emergency care protocols