Emergency Medicine Physician - Locum Tenens Job in Fortuna, California
Flexible locum tenens emergency medicine physician opportunity in Fortuna, CA 95540. This welcoming Northern California community offers an appealing setting for an on-site assignment. Practice in a high-acuity hospital emergency department with strong specialty support, multiple shift options, and competitive weekly pay.
Job Details
- Setting: Hospital-based emergency department
- Location: Fortuna, California 95540
- Start Date: January 1, 2027
- Duration: Ongoing locum tenens assignment
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $8,540 - $9,150
- Hours per Week: 40
- Shift Duration: 8-hour shifts
- Shift Options: 8a-4p, 1p-11p, 3p-12a, 9p-6a, and 11p-8a
- Openings: 2
- Patient Volume: Approximately 110 patients per 24 hours
- Facility Support: 24/7 anesthesia, radiology, lab, general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, cath lab, cardiovascular surgery, and vascular surgery support
- Credentialing: Please be prepared to provide 2-3 professional references for credentialing review
Job Requirements
- Board certified or board eligible in Emergency Medicine
- ABEM or ABEOM certification required
- Active California medical license required
- DEA certification required
- ACLS and BLS required
- Minimum of 1 year of emergency medicine experience preferred/required
- Ability to provide strong clinical coverage in a busy emergency department
- Must be eligible for temporary privileges and able to complete credentialing requirements
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality emergency care to a broad range of adult and acute care patients
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with urgent and emergent conditions
- Work collaboratively with emergency department nursing staff, specialists, and ancillary teams
- Manage patient flow efficiently in a fast-paced emergency medicine setting
- Coordinate care with available specialty services and admit or transfer patients as clinically appropriate
- Maintain clear, accurate documentation and support a safe, patient-centered care environment
- Deliver care across varied shift times, including evenings and overnight emergency medicine shifts
If you are an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician seeking locum tenens physician jobs in California, apply now to join this rewarding emergency department opportunity in Fortuna, Northern California.
Benefits
GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
