Locum Tenens _ Emergency Medicine _ Eureka, CA

Locum Tenens _ Emergency Medicine _ Eureka, CA

Dates: Start Date: 6/1/2026 | End Date: Ongoing
Rate: $275 / hr

Location: Eureka, CA – Northern California coastal community approximately 270 miles north of San Francisco

Job Details
Coverage type: Scheduled clinical hours (no call)
Practice setting: Inpatient Emergency Department
Providers requested: 2
EMR system: Epic
Trauma level: III
ED beds: 32
Admissions required: No
Will accept multiple providers: Yes
Night shift coverage required (day-only providers not considered)
Guaranteed hours: 8 per shift
Average ED volume: Approximately 110 patients per 24 hours
Stroke-certified facility
Support services available including anesthesia, surgery, radiology, lab, and OR response

Required Certifications
ACLS
BLS

Requirements
Active state license required to bid: Yes (CA license only)
Board certification/eligibility required: Yes (ABEM/ABEOM; BE within 5 years accepted)
IMLC accepted: No
Minimum 2 years recent hospital clinical activity required
Clean history

About the City
Eureka, CA sits along Northern California’s scenic Redwood Coast, about 45 minutes from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) with connections to San Francisco and Los Angeles. Known for ocean views, redwood forests, and outdoor recreation, the area offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with hiking, fishing, and kayaking nearby. Providers who enjoy nature and a slower-paced environment often find the region appealing while still maintaining access to larger metro hubs via regional flights.