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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