Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician — Lebanon, VA (12-hr Shifts, Epic, Telebackup)

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We’re seeking an Emergency Medicine locum tenens physician to join a hospital-based team in Lebanon, VA. This is clinical-only coverage starting 08/01/2026 and continuing on an ongoing basis. Shifts are 12 hours (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.).

You’ll be working in a 53-bed acute care department (including 5 ICU/PCU beds) using Epic for documentation. Patient care focuses on adults and geriatrics across a typical emergency medicine case mix; admissions and rounding are part of the role. Tele-support is available for admissions and floor calls, and one other MD covers days while one covers nights. This assignment is for supplemental coverage.

Required credentials and compliance:

• Active, unrestricted VA medical license and DEA with a VA address (appropriate schedules).
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine.
• ACLS, ATLS, and PALS required unless board-certified or trained in EM; NRP required for non-ABEM providers.
• Graduate of an accredited MD or DO program and completion of an ACGME/AOA residency in EM, FM, or IM. ECFMG certification required for international graduates.
• Case logs for the last two years and willingness to supervise NP and PA providers.
• New EM residency graduates may be considered; a 3-month proctorship is required for recent graduates.
• Hospital privileges must be obtained.

Clinical responsibilities:

• Provide emergency care during assigned 12-hour shifts: evaluate, diagnose, treat, and document patient care in Epic.
• Collaborate with tele-support for admissions and inpatient issues.
• Supervise nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Compensation, travel, lodging, and malpractice details are to be determined. There are no required procedures beyond routine EM practice. Telehealth experience is not required.