Locum Emergency Medicine Physician — Solo Coverage, DeFuniak Springs, FL

Location: DeFuniak Springs, Florida

Overview
Provide locum coverage in a community-based, physician-led emergency department. Solo coverage with manageable patient volume and access to a nearby full-service hospital for specialty support and transfers.

Shift/Position Highlights

• 24-hour physician coverage
• Solo physician shifts (no APP coverage)
• Average daily census ≈ 30 patients
• 12-bed ED

Facility & Resources

• On-site CT, X-ray, and laboratory services
• Ultrasound available via transfer protocols
• Affiliated with HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital for specialist consultation and transfer:
  • Cardiology
  • General Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Nephrology
• EMR: Meditech

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and document care for patients presenting with emergency conditions
• Stabilize critically ill or injured patients and determine disposition (admit, transfer, discharge)
• Perform emergency procedures within scope of practice
• Independently manage patient care during assigned shifts
• Coordinate specialty consultations and transfers as needed
• Collaborate with nursing and ancillary staff to ensure high-quality care
• Complete accurate, timely documentation in Meditech

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, or Board Certified Family Medicine/Internal Medicine with current ED experience
• Active Florida medical license or eligible to obtain one
• DEA registration
• Current ACLS and BLS required; PALS preferred

To apply
Provide CV and availability; indicate licensure status and certifications.