Locums Emergency Medicine Physician - Solo Coverage, 12-Bed ED, 24-Hour Shift in DeFuniak Springs, FL

Locums Emergency Medicine Physician needed for community-based emergency department in DeFuniak Springs, FL. Coverage in a physician-led, solo-coverage ED with manageable volume and support from a nearby full-service hospital.

Location and Facility

• 12-bed Emergency Department
• Average daily census ~30 patients
• On-site CT, X-ray, and laboratory services
• Ultrasound available via transfer protocols
• EMR: Meditech
• Affiliated with HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital; access to consultant services including cardiology, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, and nephrology

Coverage and Workflow

• Solo physician coverage (no APPs)
• Facility maintains 24-hour physician coverage
• Manage patients independently during assigned shifts
• Coordinate transfers and specialty consultations as needed
• Collaborate with nursing and ancillary departments

Clinical Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad range of emergency conditions
• Stabilize critically ill or injured patients and determine disposition
• Perform emergency procedures within EM scope of practice
• 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 Emergency Medicine experience
• Active Florida medical license or ability to obtain
• Current ACLS and BLS required; PALS preferred
• DEA registration (AAS)