Locum Emergency Medicine NP/PA — Independence, MO (Ongoing AM/Midday Shifts)

We’re seeking an experienced emergency medicine Advanced Practice Provider to join a busy ED team in Independence, Missouri. This locum position offers ongoing coverage in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting where collaboration with physicians and nurses is valued.

What to expect

• Start: Ongoing coverage
• Schedule: Primarily morning and mid-day shifts
• Call: None
• Documentation: Electronic Medical Record in use

The department

• Busy ED with about 80 visits per day
• Admission rate around 3.5%
• Strong physician and nursing support
• Wide variety of emergency cases with opportunities to perform routine ED procedures

Your role
You will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with low- to moderate-acuity emergency conditions. Typical responsibilities include:

• Performing common ED procedures such as laceration repairs, splinting and fracture stabilization, incision and drainage, and routine wound care
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
• Collaborating closely with emergency physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary teams to deliver timely, high-quality care
• Accurately documenting patient encounters in the electronic medical record

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Board certified as an NP or PA
• Active Missouri license or ability to obtain licensure
• Prior Emergency Department experience required

If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving ED and have strong procedural skills, this is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact.