Emergency Medicine Physician – Short-Term Coverage | Emergency Department

Highlights

• Short-term locum assignment
• Emergency Department coverage
• Board Eligible or Board Certified candidates accepted
• Opportunity to supervise advanced practice providers
• Adult and pediatric emergency care

Overview

A healthcare organization in Eastern Mississippi is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a short-term locum tenens assignment. This opportunity is ideal for physicians experienced in high-acuity emergency care who are comfortable supervising advanced practice providers and managing a broad range of emergency presentations.

Job ID: 51073

Assignment Details

• Setting: Emergency Department
• Start Date: September 5, 2026
• Contract: September 5–12, 2026
• Schedule: Shift schedule to be determined
• Call: None specified
• EMR: Not specified

Clinical Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries
• Perform emergency procedures, including moderate sedation
• Manage adult and pediatric emergency cases within the scope of practice
• Supervise and provide clinical backup for nurse practitioners and physician assistants
• Coordinate patient care with consulting services and hospital staff
• Complete timely and accurate medical documentation

Requirements

• MD or DO
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
• Completion of a three-year residency in EM, FM, or IM
• Active Mississippi medical license
• Active Mississippi DEA registration
• Minimum of 2,000 emergency department or acute care clinical hours within the past two years
• Current ACLS and ATLS certifications
• PALS certification required for physicians who are not Emergency Medicine trained or board certified
• Documentation of recent case logs and continuing medical education required
• Experience supervising advanced practice providers

About Floyd Lee Locums

Floyd Lee Locums provides concierge-level support including malpractice coverage, travel and lodging coordination, credentialing assistance, and a dedicated consultant.

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