Emergency Medicine Physician

adelphimedicalstaffing; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelphi Medical Staffing seeks an Emergency Medicine physician (ABEM) for locum Tenens coverage in Shreveport, LA. The role encompasses supervision of NP/PA providers, ED patient care, and documentation in Medhost EMR.

Requirements include active Louisiana license, LA CDS, ABEM board status, and ACLS/ATLS/PALS/BLS certifications. Residency in Emergency Medicine completed; fellowship not required. Flexible schedule with ongoing coverage and credentialing in 60–90 days.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted Louisiana medical license and LA CDS registration.
• Board certified or eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM).
• DEA license with Louisiana address.
• ACLS, ATLS, PALS and BLS certifications.
• Emergency Medicine residency completed.
• Fellowship not required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat ED patients.
• Provide physician coverage within a multi-provider EM model.
• Supervise NPs and PAs as required.
• Document patient encounters in Medhost EMR.
• Collaborate with hospital staff and specialty services.

Skills

Supervising NP/PA Providers

EMR Documentation

Clinical Judgment

Education

Emergency Medicine Residency Completed

ABEM Board Eligible/Certified

Active LA Medical License

Active LA CDS Registration

DEA Registration (LA Address)

ACLS

ATLS

PALS

BLS

Tools

Medhost EMR

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Emergency Medicine (ABEM)
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Shreveport, LA
• Service Setting: Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 09/15/2026 – Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible Schedule

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Adults and Pediatrics
• Patient Volume/Census: 41,000 Annual ED Visits
• Admissions: As Clinically Indicated
• Case Mix: Emergency Medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Medhost
• Specialty Backup Available: NICU, PICU, Critical Care, Emergency Services, Women's Health Services

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 60-90 Days

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Rates: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: TBD

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Standard Emergency Medicine Procedures

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active Unrestricted Louisiana Medical License and Louisiana Controlled Substance Registration
• Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM)
• DEA: Active DEA with Louisiana Address
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and BLS
• Experience: Emergency Medicine Residency Completion Required
• Other Qualifications: Must Serve as Supervising Physician for NP and PA Providers
• New Emergency Medicine Graduates Accepted
• Fellowship Not Required
• Telehealth Experience Not Required
• Immunization Requirements: Current Flu Vaccination and TB Screening/Chest X-Ray as Applicable
• Case Logs Required: Previous 2 Years
• CME Documentation Required: Previous 2 Years

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate, Diagnose, and Treat Emergency Department Patients
• Provide Physician Coverage Within a Multi-Provider Emergency Medicine Model
• Supervise Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants as Required
• Document Patient Encounters in Medhost EMR
• Collaborate with Hospital Staff and Specialty Services to Coordinate Patient Care