Opportunity:
Physician - Emergency Medicine
Job Details:
- Seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians for a Level I Trauma Center
- Must be board certified in ABEM (American Board of Emergency Medicine)
- Locum need is equivalent of 2 FTEs
- Providers must be flexible to work days, nights, and weekends
- Preference for providers open to working at main hospital as well as affiliated freestanding emergency rooms
- Main hospital campus may consider less than 12-hour shifts; affiliated freestanding emergency departments require 12-hour shifts
- Available shift times: 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM, and 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM
- No call involved
- All standard emergency room procedures required
- Required certifications: ACLS, PALS, and ATLS (must have taken ATLS at least one time)
- Average patient census of 106 with an annual ER admission rate of 34%
- Most common cases include trauma (penetrating), a wide range of general cases, critically ill patients, extensive procedures, and high volume of transfers accepted from other hospitals
- Support staff covers all areas except pediatrics
Facility:
This facility is a Level I Trauma Center offering a full spectrum of emergency medical services, handling high-acuity cases including penetrating trauma and complex transfers from surrounding hospitals. The emergency department maintains a robust support staff and sees a high patient volume, providing physicians with a dynamic and fast-paced clinical environment. The facility also operates affiliated freestanding emergency departments, offering providers additional flexibility in their practice settings.
Location:
Kansas City, MO
Kansas City offers a vibrant blend of rich cultural history, world-class barbecue, and a thriving arts and entertainment scene, making it an exciting place to live and work. With a low cost of living, diverse neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community, Kansas City provides an excellent quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking both professional fulfillment and personal enjoyment.
