Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Emergency Medicine

77 consultants; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 82,656 - 137,760; Full time

Job summary

77 consultants seeks a Locum NP/PA to join an on-site emergency care team in Missouri. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in a fast-paced setting, collaborating with physicians and RNs to ensure quality outcomes.

Schedule: 9a-9p and 3p-1a; no on-call required. Daily patient volume is around 80 with a 1-3% admission rate. Must be board-certified with ACLS/BLS; travel and expenses are paid.

Qualifications

• Valid NP or PA certification and licensure.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• 1–3 years of emergency medicine experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient assessments and evaluations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for various conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Conduct diagnostic tests and interpret results.
• Provide high-quality patient care in a timely manner.
• Document encounters and maintain records.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options.
• Stay current with emergency medicine best practices.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Emergency medicine experience

Communication skills

Education

NP/PA board certification

Tools

EMR systems familiarity

Job description

Description

. This on-site, contract position provides a unique opportunity to support our dedicated medical team in delivering high-quality emergency care to our patients.

As a Locum NP or PA, you will play a crucial role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in an emergency setting. Your expertise will contribute to improving patient outcomes, and you'll be instrumental in collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure a seamless patient experience. Join us in our commitment to providing outstanding medical care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient assessments and evaluations
• Develop and implement treatment plans for various medical conditions
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Conduct necessary diagnostic tests and interpret results
• Provide high-quality patient care in a timely manner
• Document patient encounters and maintain accurate records
• Educate patients and families on treatment options and care plans
• Stay current with best practices in emergency medicine

Requirements

• Valid NP or PA certification and licensure
• Basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certifications
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
• 1-3 years of experience in emergency medicine preferredAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) systems is a plus
• Commitment to providing compassionate patient care

Schedule: 9a-9p and 3p-1a

No call required

Daily Volume: 80 patients, ~3.5% admissions

10 beds, 1 trauma bay

Required Procedures: Laceration repair, splinting, incision and drainage, etc.

Support Staff: Physicians, RNs, and an imaging tech

Must be board-certified

ACLS and BLS required

Paid travel and expenses