Locum MD (Medical Doctor) Critical Care

77 consultants; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel & expenses

Job summary

77 consultants seeks a Locum MD in Critical Care to join our on-site team. You will manage critically ill patients in a high-pressure ICU, coordinating with a multidisciplinary group to deliver essential care.

Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, procedures, and documentation in Epic. Flexible scheduling and on-call duties are required to support patient care in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD) from an accredited institution.
• Current Missouri medical license to practice.
• Board-certified in critical care.
• Flexible scheduling and on-call availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to critically ill patients in a 20-bed ICU.
• Conduct thorough assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
• Perform necessary medical procedures and use advanced technology.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Participate in emergency response situations as required.
• Document care accurately in Epic medical records.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options and care plans.

Skills

Critical care

Teamwork

Communication

High-pressure environments

BLS

ACLS

Education

MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Description

This contract position is fully on-site, providing an exceptional opportunity to work directly with patients in a high-pressure environment, contributing to critical care excellence.

As a Locum MD in Critical Care, you will play a vital role in managing patients with critical illnesses. Your expertise will ensure that our patients receive the highest level of care during their time of need. You will work collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive medical services that are pivotal to our practice's mission and goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care to critically ill patients in various clinical settings


• Conduct thorough assessments and develop individualized treatment plans


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes


• Perform necessary medical procedures and utilize advanced technology


• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as required


• Participate in emergency response situations as needed


• Document patient care activities accurately in medical records


• Educate patients and families on treatment options and care plans

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD) from an accredited institution


• Current medical license to practice in the state of Missouri


• Previous experience in Critical Care preferred


• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient care


• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities


• Ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively


• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications


• Availability for flexible scheduling and on-call duties


• Level I Trauma

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 7 on/7 off

No call requirement

20-bed critical care unit

Case Types: High acuity

Support Staff: Resident and APP

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses