Physician / Emergency Medicine / Louisiana / Locum tenens / Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Alexandria, Louisiana Job - Confidential

A facility is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for locum tenens coverage.
Alexandria, Louisiana is known for its abundant natural beauty and rich history and culture. Visit art centers, outstanding museums, zoos, and many festivals!
The position handles an annual volume of 49,500 patients or 135 per day, requiring BC/BE in Emergency Medicine or Family Medicine with an active Louisiana license. Family Medicine-trained physicians need ATLS certification, while EM-trained physicians do not. ACLS and PALS certifications are required for all. The ED has 42 beds and a 22% admission rate, with 10 hours of scribe coverage daily. The department currently uses Meditech but will transition to EPIC in March 2025. Travel, lodging, and malpractice coverage are provided.

Dates Needed: December - 6+ months
Case Load/PPD: 49,500 annual volume, 135 PPD
Shift Type: Day Shift; Night Shift
Assignment Type: ER
Assignment Duration: Locums
Call Required: No
Board Certification Required: Yes
Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
Patient Population: All Ages
Support Staff: MD = 49 hrs Mon-Wed and 42 hrs Sat-Sun. APP = 46 hrs Mon-Fri & 36 hrs Sat-Sun
Government: No
Reference ID: ORD-178902-MD-LA