Locums Emergency Medicine Physician

We are seeking a Locums Emergency Medicine Physician to provide emergency department coverage in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. This opportunity is well suited for a board-certified Emergency Medicine or Family Practice physician with solid ER experience who is comfortable working in a community ED with moderate volume and limited trauma.

Position Details

• Setting: Hospital-Based Emergency Department
• Shift Schedule:
  • 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • 8:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
  • 7 days per week coverage
• Trauma Level: Provisional Level IV

Emergency Department Profile

• Average Patient Volume: 54 patients per day
• Annual ED Volume: ~20,000 visits
• Number of ED Beds: 18
• Admissions from ED: 90% of total hospital admissions
• ED Admission Rate: 8% of ED patients per day
• Transfer Rate: 2% of ED patients per day
• EMR: Cerner

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to adult and pediatric patients
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and injuries
• Perform emergency procedures as indicated
• Stabilize trauma patients and arrange transfers when necessary
• Collaborate with nursing staff, consultants, and hospital leadership
• Document all patient encounters accurately and efficiently in Cerner

Requirements

• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine or Family Practice with 2+ years of ER experience
• Active Michigan medical license
• DEA registration
• ATLS and PALS certifications required
• Clean NPDB history
• Provider must be local

Mt. Pleasant is a welcoming Midwestern community home to Central Michigan University, offering a small-town feel with easy access to outdoor recreation, dining, and cultural events.