Locums _ Emergency Medicine opening in Ada & Ardmore, OK

Locums _ Emergency Medicine opening in Ada & Ardmore, OK
80 miles to Oklahoma City, OK
2 hours to Tulsa, OK

Start: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Shifts: Day and night shifts available
Call: None

Job Overview

True emergency medicine shifts in the ED

Coverage needed for 8–10 shifts per month

No guaranteed hours beyond scheduled shifts

OT begins after the confirmed shift duration (8, 10, or 12 hours depending on shift)

Providers may cover Ada and/or Ardmore based on availability

Shift Options
Ada
6a–6p
11a–11p or 12p–12a (APP shifts occasionally covered by physicians)
6p–6a

Ardmore
6a–4p
7a–6p
11a–11p (APP shift occasionally covered by physicians)
4p–3a
6p–6a

Practice Setting
Emergency Department only
Approximately 20–25 patients per shift
17 ED beds
Trauma Level III
Admission rate ~15%
No backup physician coverage

Support & Resources
RNs: ~6
MAs: ~3
APPs: 1–2 per shift

On-site consultants include:
Cardiology
Nephrology
General Surgery
Orthopedics
Pediatrics
Urology
Tele-Neurology
Hospitalist
EMR: Epic

Procedures
Standard emergency medicine procedures including:
Central lines
Intubations
Full scope ED care

Requirements
ER residency trained physician only
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
ACLS, BLS, PALS required
Active privileges required (temporary privileges not available)

Location – Ada, Oklahoma
Small, easy-to-navigate community with a low-stress practice environment
Very low cost of living — ideal for locums looking to maximize take-home pay
Short commutes and minimal traffic
Easy regional access for providers based in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, or Kansas
Great option for physicians who prefer:
Straightforward ED work
Predictable shifts
A quieter setting without urban congestion
Many locum providers enjoy Ada as a repeat-coverage location due to its manageable pace, strong nursing support, and consistent scheduling needs.

Additional Notes
Please include availability through 2026 when submitting
Mercy system locations all utilize Epic
Will accept multiple providers to meet coverage needs