Locum Physician

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Augusta, Georgia, 30901

About The Position

Wellhart is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a locum tenens position in Georgia. This 109-day assignment begins on May 26, 2025, covering various shifts including 7a-5p, 11a-9p, 3p-1a, and 10p-8a. The physician will be responsible for providing comprehensive emergency care, including evaluation, treatment, and management of a wide range of medical conditions and emergencies. Duties include performing various procedures, stabilizing patients, coordinating transfers when necessary, and ensuring proper patient care and documentation. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with all aspects of emergency medicine, from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions, and be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details: 

Location: Georgia 

Facility Type: Emergency Department 

Start Date: 05/26/2025

LOA: 109 days (with potential for extension) 

Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician 

Schedule: Various 10-hour shifts (7a-5p, 11a-9p, 3p-1a, 10p-8a)

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Evaluate, treat, and manage patients with a wide range of emergency conditions
• Perform various procedures including but not limited to wound care, laceration repair, incision and drainage, and orthopedic device application
• Manage critical care situations such as resuscitation, stabilization, and triage
• Conduct initial evaluations and provide emergent treatment for various medical specialties
• Perform major procedures when safe and appropriate, such as central line placement, intubation, and chest tube insertion
• Coordinate patient transfers when a higher level of care is required
• Provide discharge education and follow-up instructions to patients
• Communicate effectively with referring physicians and other healthcare team members
• Initiate appropriate social work referrals as needed
• Adhere to all medication policies and procedures
• Ensure proper documentation and communication of test results
• Participate in administrative duties as required (approximately 5% of time)

Additional Information:

• Must be licensed to practice in any state
• Proficient in CPRS (Computerized Patient Record System)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with a diverse range of emergency medical situations

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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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database. 

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart's ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients. 

Whether you're a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

*Travel the United States and see new places.
*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
*Set your own schedule.
*Earn more money than permanent providers.
*Experience new practice settings.
*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team