Emergency Medicine Physician

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Jennings, Louisiana
• Facility: Ochsner American Legion Hospital
• Health System: SCP Health - Locums
• Coverage Period: Jun 01, 2025 – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: Days, 6a – 6p
• Hours Per Shift: 12
• Shifts Per Week: 3-4
• Number of Positions: 3
• Reason for Coverage: Full Time Vacancy
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

CALL COVERAGE

• Call Required: No

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 38 patients per day
• Case Mix: Emergency Medicine procedures

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Support Staff Available: NPPAs

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 60 days

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: BC EM or BC IM/FM
• Licenses: Active LA License, LA DEA and CS
• DEA / CDS: Active DEA and CS required
• Certifications: PALS, ATLS, ACLS
• Experience: 2 years in emergency medicine required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients presenting to the ED
• Manage an average of 38 patients per day with support from NPPA staff
• Work 12-hour day shifts from 6a to 6p
• Supervise and collaborate with NPPA in Fast Track
• Maintain active Louisiana medical license, DEA, and CDS along with required certifications (PALS, ATLS, ACLS)