Locum Emergency Medicine Physician Opportunities in Iowa!
Job at a glance
Job description
ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking a full-time Emergency Medicine Physician to provide in-house emergency and inpatient coverage at a Critical Access Hospital. This role features low patient volume, 24-hour shifts with sleep-room accommodations, and a supportive care team. The position is ideal for physicians looking for a steady schedule in a small community setting.
Dates / Schedule
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Shift commitment: Minimum of 3 × 24-hour shifts per pay period
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Shift length: Primarily 24-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM); occasional 12-hour shifts
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On-call: In-house coverage (sleep room provided)
Open shifts requiring coverage:
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February 6 – February 7 (7a–7a)
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February 22 – February 23 (7a–7a)
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February 25 – February 28 (7a–7a)
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March 1 – March 2 (7a–7a)
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March 8 – March 9 (7a–7a)
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March 15 – March 16 (7a–7a)
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March 18 – March 21 (7a–7a)
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March 22 – March 23 (7a–7a)
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March 25 – March 28 (7a–7a)
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March 29 – March 30 (7a–7a)
Job Details & Responsibilities
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Provide emergency department coverage and inpatient care at a Critical Access Hospital
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Average 4 ED patients per day
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Average 4 inpatients daily (observation, acute, and swing-bed)
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Perform in-house coverage during shifts; no outreach responsibilities
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Work alongside 4 Advanced Practice Providers (no supervision required)
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Supported by 2 RNs and 1 CNA per provider
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Utilize TogetherCare (Epic) EMR
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Practice in a facility with 3 ED treatment rooms and 20 inpatient beds
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Access to full imaging, laboratory, pharmacy, and outpatient services
Required Skills & Qualifications
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Board Certified: ABEM or FP/IM with recent Emergency Medicine experience
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Active Iowa medical license (required)
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Clean malpractice and background history
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NPDB Self-Query (pulled within the past month at time of submission)