Emergency Medicine Physician

Updated 12/13/25
62002, Alton, Illinois, United States
Physician
Emergency Medicine
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Alton, IL
• Service Setting: Emergency Department
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 03/01/2026 – Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 6:00 – 18:00 and 18:00 – 6:00

COVERAGE DATES
• March 1, 2026 – ongoing

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adult and pediatric population
• Patient Volume/Census: 25,000 annual ED volume
• Admissions: Yes
• Case Mix: Full-spectrum emergency medicine, including pediatrics and stroke care

FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 16-bed ED with telemetry monitoring
• Office Equipment Available: Telemetry monitoring
• Specialty Backup Available: State-approved pediatrics; Certified Stroke Center
• Support Staff Available: 14 hours daily NP/PA support
• Reason for Coverage: Coverage of emergency services

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not specified

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Full-spectrum emergency medicine procedures
• Pediatric emergency care
• Stroke management in accordance with Certified Stroke Center guidelines

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Board: Board Certification preferred
• Other Qualifications: Physicians only; onsite clinical care required; telehealth not utilized

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide emergency medical services to adult and pediatric patients
• Manage patient care in a 16-bed emergency department
• Deliver 24-hour physician coverage in assigned shifts
• Work collaboratively with NP/PA support staff
• Ensure adherence to standards required for state-approved pediatrics and Certified Stroke Center
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