Emergency Medicine Physician

Updated 1/07/26
51101, Sioux City, Iowa, United States
Physician
Emergency Medicine
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Job at a glance

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

Job description

Job description JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Sioux City, IA
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: January 19, 2026 – Ongoing

COVERAGE DATES
• Ongoing coverage beginning January 19, 2026
• Open-ended assignment based on coverage needs

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: All ages
• Admissions: Yes
• Rounding: Included as part of emergency department coverage
• Phone Consults: As required
• Case Mix: Full-scope emergency medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION
• Office Equipment Available: Standard emergency department equipment
• Specialty Backup Available: Physician and advanced practice provider support
• Support Staff Available: Nursing and ancillary staff
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Telehealth Experience Required: No

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Overtime: Daily OT after 12 hours and weekly OT after 168 hours, differential applied
• Callback Rates: Available per facility policy
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered per locum agreement

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Emergency department procedures appropriate for physician-level emergency medicine coverage

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Iowa medical license required
• Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• DEA: Active DEA required
• Certifications: ACLS required; additional certifications per facility standards
• Experience: Prior emergency department experience required
• Other Qualifications: Ability to work flexible schedules as needed

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care for patients of all ages
• Manage acute and emergent conditions in a hospital-based emergency department
• Perform emergency procedures and coordinate admissions as required
• Collaborate with emergency department staff and consulting services
• Document all patient encounters accurately in the facility EMR
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