Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician — Kirksville, MO (Starting Jan 1, 2026)

Job ID: N/A

Location: Kirksville, MO
Assignment type: Locum Tenens — Clinical only, Inpatient (Emergency Department)
Coverage period: Begins Jan 1, 2026 — ongoing
Shift schedule: Day shifts

Patient population and case mix

• Adults and geriatrics
• Typical ED census (TBD)
• Admissions and phone consults required
• Case mix: general emergency medicine including trauma, cardiac, and other medical emergencies

Facility and support

• Standard ED equipment available
• Full hospital specialty backup
• Support staff: nurses, APPs, ancillary staff
• Reason for coverage: supplemental

Privileges and credentialing

• Hospital privileges required; temporary privileges available
• Estimated credentialing timeline: ~65 days

Compensation and logistics

• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

Required procedures and responsibilities

• Emergency medical evaluation and treatment
• Management of acute and critical conditions
• Advanced airway management and trauma stabilization
• Coordination with specialty and inpatient services
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation

Provider requirements

• Active Missouri medical license required at time of submission
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine
• Active DEA registration required
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS
• Prior emergency medicine experience required for Family Medicine/Internal Medicine candidates
• Proficiency in ED procedures and hospital EMR systems

Primary duties

• Provide emergency care and stabilize/manage acute presentations
• Diagnose and treat a broad range of emergent conditions
• Collaborate with nursing, APPs, and specialty/admitting services
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the EMR