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Family Practice Job in Altoona, Pennsylvania

Emergency Medicine Physician

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Profession/Specialty:Family Practice

Location:Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW
 • Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
 • Job Type: Locum Tenens
 • Location: Altoona, PA (with coverage also at UPMC Bedford)
 • Service Setting: Hospital – Emergency Department
 • Coverage Type: Clinical Only
 • Coverage Period: 11/17/2025 – Ongoing
 • Clinical Shift Schedule: 
- Altoona – 10-hour shifts (6a–4p, 8a–6p, 11a–9p, 1p–11p, 3p–1a, 5p–3a, 9p–7a)
- Bedford – 12-hour shifts (7a–7p, 7p–7a)
 
COVERAGE DATES
 • Starting 11/17/2025
 
PATIENT INFORMATION
 • Patient Demographics: Pediatrics through Geriatrics
 • Patient Volume/Census: Altoona ~51,000 annually (avg. 137 per 24 hrs)
 • Admissions: Included
 • Case Mix: Acute and emergent trauma; broad emergency presentations
 
FACILITY INFORMATION
 • No. of Beds in Department: 380
 • Trauma Level: Level III
 • EMR System: Cerner
 • Office Equipment Available: Standard ED setup
 • Specialty Backup Available: Anesthesia
 • Support Staff Available: Physicians and APPs (APP coverage 24 hours daily)
 • Reason for Coverage: Turnover vacancy; provider leave
 
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
 • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes – Full privileges
 • Temporary Privileges Available: Not specified
 • Credentialing Timeline: 90 days
 
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
 • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Travel covered (lodging, mileage, parking, rental car & fuel, ground transportation); malpractice covered
 • Lodging Cap: $175/night (non-preferred hotels)
 • Rental Car Cap: $75/day (Apr–Nov, mid-size); $100/day (Dec–Mar, mid-size 4WD SUV)
 
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
 • Intubations
 • Chest tubes
 • Central lines
 • Joint and fracture reductions
 • Joint aspirations
 • Laceration repair
 • Incision and drainage (I&D)
 • Other procedures within emergency medicine scope
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS
 • Licenses: Active Pennsylvania license (IMLC considered)
 • Board: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine (ABEM accepted)
 • DEA: Active DEA Certification required
 • Certifications: CPR, Stroke Certified (ATLS, ACLS, BLS, PALS not required if BC/BE)
 • Experience: Minimum 2 years in Emergency Medicine
 • Other Qualifications: Completion of Emergency Medicine residency; must be willing to work night shifts
 
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
 • Provide direct patient care in the Emergency Department
 • Manage a wide range of acute and emergent cases across all ages
 • Perform emergency procedures as required
 • Collaborate with other physicians and APPs; sign off on APP charts
 • Support both UPMC Altoona and UPMC Bedford locations

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About Adelphi Locums Organization

Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.

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