Locums Emergency Medicine Physician

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 165,312 - 247,968; Part time

Job summary

Brandon, FL-based hospital is seeking Emergency Medicine physicians for ongoing locum coverage in a high-volume ED. The facility features multiple FSEDs, extensive pediatric coverage, and strong clinical leadership within a large, well-supported system.

Coverage includes a range of shifts to suit clinician availability; board-certified or eligible physicians with an active FL license (or ability to obtain) are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine is required.
• Active Florida license (or ability to obtain) is required.
• DEA license and standard resuscitation certifications (ACLS, BLS, PALS) are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide locum Emergency Department coverage in a high-volume, busy ED.
• Collaborate with pediatric coverage and support teams.
• Operate within a large system with multiple FSEDs and varied shift options.

Education

Board Certified / Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine

Tools

DEA

ACLS

BLS

PALS

Job description

Seeking Locums EmergencyMedicine Physicians to join a high-performing EM team at a premier hospital in Brandon, FL, just outside Tampa. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in one of Florida’s busiest Emergency Departments within a large, well-supported system. System has multiple FSEDs in the surrounding area as well, providing multiple shift options.

Position Highlights:

• Ongoing locums opportunity
• Competitive hourly rate
• High-volume, high-acuity Emergency Department
• Strong physician, APP, and specialty support
• Collaborative clinical leadership
• Established EM Residency Program

Emergency Department Details:

• MAIN SITE:
• Annual Volume: 120K+ visits
• ~20% Pediatric volume (covered by dedicated Pediatric EM physicians)
• 45-bed ED
• 29 Adult Beds
• 8 Pediatric Beds
• 8 Fast Track Beds
• 5 (FIVE) FSEDs attached in the system that providers will credential at as well, with lower volumes.

Coverage Model:

• Main ED Physician Coverage: 88 hours/day
• Pediatric ED Coverage: 24 hours/day
• APP Coverage: 59 hours/day

Shift Times:

• 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM
• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM

Practice Details:

• Physicians do not write admitting orders
• Physicians do not respond to floor codes
• Dedicated Pediatric coverage
• Strong operational and specialty backup

Facility Overview:

• 438-bed acute care tertiary teaching hospital
• Level III NICU
• Pediatric ER & PICU
• Heart & Vascular Center
• Behavioral Health
• Advanced Stroke & Chest Pain Center
• Comprehensive specialty support

Requirements:

• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Active Florida License (or ability to obtain)
• DEA
• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS