Locum Tenens Physician - Emergency Medicine Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician for a 30-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jul 1, 2026. This role involves night shifts from 7p-7a, providing comprehensive emergency room care, evaluating a variety of acuity levels, and performing essential procedures such as resuscitation, intubation, and ultrasound-guided IVs. The Physician will be integral to diagnosing and treating patients effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Treat patients in the Emergency Room, ensuring proper injury care and disease diagnosis.
• Evaluate a variety of acuity levels and determine appropriate courses of treatment.
• Perform required procedures including resuscitation, intubation, ultrasound-guided IVs, laceration repairs, cardiac pacing and defibrillation, pressor support, and management of sepsis, stroke, and STEMI patients.
• Interpret own X-rays overnight.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team with other providers and emergency staff members.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine is required.
• EMR system utilized: Epic.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience is required.
• This facility is not a trauma center.
• Staffing ratios generally feature less than two patients per hour.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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