Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) – Locum Tenens Altoona & Bedford, PA
Updated 2/08/26
Bedford, Pennsylvania, United States
Physician
Emergency Medicine
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Job Description
We are seeking Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physicians (MD/DO) for a locum tenens opportunity covering two emergency departments in Altoona and Bedford, Pennsylvania. This assignment offers flexible block scheduling, strong specialty support, and a well-established emergency medicine program.
Ideal candidates are experienced EM physicians comfortable with moderate-to-high acuity cases and collaborative team-based care.
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Position Highlights
• Multi-site coverage within close proximity
• Established emergency medicine program
• Level II trauma exposure
• Strong specialty and hospital support
• Flexible scheduling with ongoing coverage needs
• Opportunity for extension based on performance and availability
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Schedule & Assignment Details
• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Start Date: Flexible / ASAP upon credentialing
• Duration: Ongoing coverage needs
• Shifts: Variable (days, evenings, nights)
• Hours: Shift-based scheduling
• Call: None
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Clinical Details
• Emergency Department coverage
• Mix of adult and pediatric patients
• Trauma, medical, and surgical emergencies
• No vent management required
• Admissions coordinated through hospitalist and specialty teams
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Support & Staffing
• APP coverage in place
• On-site specialty support available
• Dedicated nursing and ancillary staff
• EMR system in use
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Requirements
• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Active Pennsylvania medical license (or ability to obtain)
• ATLS preferred
• Strong emergency medicine experience required
• Comfortable covering nights and varied shifts
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Credentialing & Onboarding
• Expedited credentialing available
• Dedicated onboarding and scheduling support
• Virtual interview process
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Compensation & Travel
• Compensation is competitive and based on background and experience
• Travel and lodging assistance available per assignment needs
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If you’re an Emergency Medicine physician seeking a flexible locum opportunity with strong clinical support and consistent coverage needs, this role offers an excellent balance of autonomy and structure.
📩 Apply on DocCafe or message directly to learn more.
We are seeking Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physicians (MD/DO) for a locum tenens opportunity covering two emergency departments in Altoona and Bedford, Pennsylvania. This assignment offers flexible block scheduling, strong specialty support, and a well-established emergency medicine program.
Ideal candidates are experienced EM physicians comfortable with moderate-to-high acuity cases and collaborative team-based care.
⸻
Position Highlights
• Multi-site coverage within close proximity
• Established emergency medicine program
• Level II trauma exposure
• Strong specialty and hospital support
• Flexible scheduling with ongoing coverage needs
• Opportunity for extension based on performance and availability
⸻
Schedule & Assignment Details
• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Start Date: Flexible / ASAP upon credentialing
• Duration: Ongoing coverage needs
• Shifts: Variable (days, evenings, nights)
• Hours: Shift-based scheduling
• Call: None
⸻
Clinical Details
• Emergency Department coverage
• Mix of adult and pediatric patients
• Trauma, medical, and surgical emergencies
• No vent management required
• Admissions coordinated through hospitalist and specialty teams
⸻
Support & Staffing
• APP coverage in place
• On-site specialty support available
• Dedicated nursing and ancillary staff
• EMR system in use
⸻
Requirements
• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Active Pennsylvania medical license (or ability to obtain)
• ATLS preferred
• Strong emergency medicine experience required
• Comfortable covering nights and varied shifts
⸻
Credentialing & Onboarding
• Expedited credentialing available
• Dedicated onboarding and scheduling support
• Virtual interview process
⸻
Compensation & Travel
• Compensation is competitive and based on background and experience
• Travel and lodging assistance available per assignment needs
⸻
If you’re an Emergency Medicine physician seeking a flexible locum opportunity with strong clinical support and consistent coverage needs, this role offers an excellent balance of autonomy and structure.
📩 Apply on DocCafe or message directly to learn more.
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service