A medical staffing agency is recruiting nocturnists in Meridian, Mississippi. The role requires Board Certification or Eligibility in Emergency, Internal, or Family Medicine. Responsibilities include providing care in a Level III Trauma Center, managing high acuity cases, and collaborating with NPs/PAs. The ideal candidate should have all necessary certifications including ACLS, PALS, and ATLS where required. Competitive benefits include covered travel and lodging expenses.
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in relevant fields.
Must have state license and DEA at presentation.
ACLS, PALS, and ATLS required if not ABEM certified.
Responsibilities
Provide emergency medical care in a Level III Trauma Center.
Manage high acuity patient cases during nocturnist coverage.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff.
Document encounters accurately within Epic EMR.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies.
Skills
Emergency Medicine
Trauma stabilization
Patient management
EMR documentation
Education
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine
ACLS Certification
PALS Certification
ATLS Certification
Tools
Epic EMR
Job description
Meridian, United States | Posted on 02/27/2026
Coverage Dates
Coverage Requested Due to Staffing Needs
Facility Seeking 3 Nocturnists
Patient Information
Patient Demographics: All Ages
Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 33,350 Annual ED Visits
Case Mix: High Acuity Emergency Medicine
Facility Information
No. of Beds in Department: 32 ED Beds
Office Equipment Available: Fully Equipped Emergency Department
Specialty Backup Available: Multispecialty Support Within Health System
Support Staff Available: 36 Hours of Physician Coverage Daily; 17 Hours of NP/PA Coverage Daily
Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
Compensation & Benefits
Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
Required Procedures
Evaluation and management of high acuity emergency cases
Trauma stabilization and emergency interventions
Coordination with specialty services as clinically indicated
Job Requirements
Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine
Certifications: ACLS, PALS, ATLS Required if Not ABEM Certified
Other Qualifications: Must Have State License, Board Certification, and DEA in Hand at Time of Presentation
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive emergency medical care in a Level III Trauma Center
Manage high acuity patient cases during nocturnist coverage
Collaborate with NP/PA providers and multidisciplinary staff
Document all encounters accurately within Epic EMR
Ensure compliance with hospital policies and quality standards