Emergency Medicine Physician
DirectShifts
Sacramento, CA, 94203, USA
Sacramento, CA, 94203, USA
- Healthcare
- emergency medicine
- critical care
- acute conditions
An Emergency Medicine Physician provides critical care by diagnosing and treating acute and life-threatening conditions in emergency room settings. They perform rapid assessments, order diagnostic tests, stabilize patients, and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver urgent medical interventions. This role demands strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and the ability to work under high-pressure conditions in a fast-paced environment.
DirectShifts is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team in providing critical care to patients in the fast-paced environment of Sacramento, CA emergency rooms.
Job Description:
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide range of acute and life-threatening conditions.
- Provide immediate medical attention to patients experiencing trauma, heart attacks, strokes, respiratory distress, and other emergencies.
- Perform rapid assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and initiate treatment plans.
- Stabilize critically ill patients and manage their care until they can be transferred to appropriate specialists or admitted to the hospital.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, paramedics, and other physicians, to deliver efficient and effective care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records.
- Remain calm and focused under pressure.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in emergency medicine through ongoing professional development.
Qualifications:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
- Valid medical license in California State
- Extensive experience in emergency medicine or a related field
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a high-stress and rapidly changing environment
Benefits:
- Highly competitive hourly rate
- Flexible scheduling options
- Opportunity to make a life-saving impact on patients
- Access to a supportive and collaborative team




