Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Seattle, WA

Adelphi Locums; Bainbridge Island (WA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelphi Locums is seeking a Board Certified Emergency Medicine physician for a locum tenens assignment in Seattle, WA. The role requires active WA licensure, DEA certification, and fellowship as needed, with shifts that cover a variety of times to meet hospital needs.

Coverage is ASAP and ongoing, with weekly pay. Candidates must be able to work at inpatient facilities, adhere to ACLS/BLS/PALS requirements, and provide high-quality patient care while coordinating with facility staff.

Qualifications

• Board: Board Certified (ABEM/AOBEM) or Board Eligible
• Licenses: Active WA License (not accepting IMLC)
• DEA: Active DEA certification required
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, DEA
• Experience: Minimum 2 years Emergency Medicine experience; Emergency Medicine Fellowship required for physicians

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency medical care, including evaluation, treatment, and disposition of patients.
• Work collaboratively with attending physicians to manage a broad spectrum of emergency conditions.
• Ensure effective patient handoffs and communication with consultants, hospitalists, and other care teams.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Board Certified ABEM/AOBEM

Active WA License

DEA Certification

ACLS

BLS

PALS

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine Location: Seattle, WA Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: A-MD-69894
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Seattle, WA
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: VARIED SHIFTS - 7a-4p, 11a-8p, 2p-11p, 6p-3a or 10p-7a depending on facility's needs.
• Reason for Coverage: Recruitment challenges
• Weekend: Yes

COVERAGE DATES

• Nov 21-23 (11a-8p)
• Nov 25 (6p-3a)
• Dec 5 (3p-11p)
• Dec 22-23 (10p-7a)
• Dec 24: (7a-4p), (2p-11p), (10p-7a)
• Dec 25: (2p-11p), (10p-7a)
• Dec 26 (10p-7a)
• Jan 9: (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• Jan 10: (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• Jan 16: (11a-8p), (3p-11p), (10p-7a)
• Jan 17: (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• Jan 18: (7a-4p), (11a-8p), (2p-11p)
• Jan 23: (7a-4p), (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• Jan 24: (7a-4p), (11a-8p)
• Jan 30: (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• Jan 31: (11a-8p), (10p-7a)
• Feb 6-7 (11a-8p)
• Feb 12-13 (10p-7a)
• Feb 14 (10p-7a)
• Feb 15: (11a-8p), (2p-11p), (10p-7a)
• Feb 16 (2p-11p)
• Feb 17 (2p-11p)
• Feb 18 (11a-8p)
• Feb 19: (7a-4p), (11a-8p)
• Feb 20: (7a-4p), (11a-8p), (3p-11p), (10p-7a)
• Feb 21: (7a-4p), (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• Feb 27 (11a-8p)
• Feb 28: (11a-8p), (2p-11p)
• March 5 (10p-7a)
• March 6: (7a-4p), (11a-8p), (3p-11p), (10p-7a)
• March 7: (7a-4p), (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• March 12 (11a-8p)
• March 13: (7a-4p), (11a-8p)
• March 19 (11a-8p)
• March 20: (7a-4p), (11a-8p), (3p-11p), (10p-7a)
• March 21: (7a-4p), (3p-11p), (10p-7a)
• March 27 (3p-11p)
• March 28: (11a-8p), (3p-11p)
• March 29 (10p-7a)
• March 30 (11a-8p)

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 8-14
• Admissions: 8-14 per day
• Case Mix: Mostly medical, low trauma, medium to high acuity

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Epic
• Support Staff Available: RNs

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: Board Certified (ABEM/AOBEM) or Board Eligible
• Licenses: Active WA License (not accepting IMLC)
• DEA: Active DEA certification required
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, DEA
• Experience: Minimum 2 years Emergency Medicine experience; Emergency Medicine Fellowship required for physicians
• Other Qualifications: Clean background/malpractice history, must be available for listed dates, willing to work varied shifts

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency medical care, including evaluation, treatment, and disposition of patients.
• Work collaboratively with attending physicians to manage a broad spectrum of emergency conditions.
• Ensure effective patient handoffs and communication with consultants, hospitalists, and other care teams.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.