We areseeking a Locums Emergency Medicine Physician to join a busy, community-basedEmergency Department in Sebring, Florida. This opportunity offers a balancedschedule, strong APP support, and the chance to provide quality emergency carein a welcoming, patient-focused environment.
AssignmentDetails: - Facility Type: Community Hospital Emergency Department
- Annual Volume: Approximately 18,000 visits per year
- ED Size: 13 beds
- Coverage Model:
- Single Physician coverage: 7a-7p, 7p-7a
- APP Coverage: 8 hours during off season; 10 hours during peak season
- Admission Rate: 15%
- Dedicated Senior ER for geriatric patients
- EMR: MEDHOST
- Duration: Ongoing locums coverage
Responsibilities: - Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with a wide range of emergency medical conditions
- Provide leadership and supervision for APPs and ED staff during shifts
- Stabilize critically ill and injured patients, and coordinate admissions or transfers when necessary
- Collaborate with nursing staff and hospitalists to maintain efficient patient flow and ensure high-quality care
- Accurately document all patient encounters using the MEDHOST EMR system
Requirements: - Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM required)
- Active Florida medical license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
- Current ACLS, PALS, and ATLS certifications
- Two or more years of recent emergency department experience preferred
Located in central Florida's scenic Highlands County, Sebring offers a relaxedpace of life surrounded by natural beauty. Known as the "City on the Circle,"Sebring is home to charming downtown shops, lakeside parks, and theworld-famous Sebring International Raceway. The community offers a welcomingsmall-town atmosphere, affordable living, and easy access to Orlando and Tampa.
