Locums Emergency Medicine Physician - High-Volume ED, Kansas City, MO

Join a high-volume emergency department in Kansas City, Missouri, as a locums Emergency Medicine physician. This role suits physicians who thrive in a fast-paced setting with a diverse patient population, frequent high-acuity cases, complex medical emergencies, and a high procedural workload.

Position highlights

• Flexible schedule: providers must be available for days, nights, and weekends
• No in-house call required
• Average daily census: ~106 patients
• Annual admission rate: ~34%

Shift options

• 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
• 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Clinical environment

• Care for high-acuity and critically ill patients, trauma (including penetrating trauma), and complex medical emergencies
• Frequent transfers and coordination with specialty services
• High procedural volume and significant transfer activity from surrounding facilities
• Occasional psychiatric evaluations supported via telehealth

Core responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage emergency presentations across the acuity spectrum
• Perform standard ED procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients
• Manage complex cases, arrange transfers when needed, and coordinate care with consultants
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, APPs, nursing, and ancillary teams
• Deliver timely, evidence-based care and maintain accurate medical documentation

Support and resources

• Full ED support team and standard support services available
• Pediatric coverage is not included

Qualifications

• Board certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
• Active Missouri medical license or eligibility to obtain one
• Current DEA registration
• Required certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, BLS

Contract and benefits

• 1099 independent contractor status
• Generous hourly rate with 100% travel reimbursement on top of rate
• Med-mal and tail coverage provided
• Dedicated 24/7 locums consultant to handle credentialing and shift scheduling