Locums – Seattle, Washington, Emergency Medicine Job

Updated 9/24/26
Seattle, Washington, United States
Physician
Emergency Medicine
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description Locums Emergency Medicine Physician — Seattle, Washington Position at a Glance

Specialty: Emergency Medicine Location: Seattle, Washington Start Date: ASAP, as soon as credentialed Duration: Ongoing through 2027 Providers Needed: 2 Coverage: Full-time Ideal Commitment: Approximately 2 weeks/month (15 shifts) ongoing Setting: Emergency Department EMR: EPIC

Required Credentials

Board Certification: ABEM or AOBEM — REQUIRED Board Eligibility: Accepted — REQUIRED Washington License: Active WA license — REQUIRED IMLC: NOT ACCEPTED at this time Residency/Fellowship: Required ACLS: REQUIRED BLS: REQUIRED PALS: REQUIRED DEA: REQUIRED

Availability Requirements
  • Must be available for some or all of the dates listed below
  • Candidate availability must be provided at the time of name clear
  • Must be willing and able to work varied shifts based on facility needs
  • Ideal provider is available for approximately 2 weeks/month (15 shifts) ongoing
  • Preference is for a physician who can work full-time for an extended period, including some holidays
  • Ongoing coverage needs are expected through 2027
  • Additional 2027 shifts may include 6:00 PM–3:00 AM or 10:00 PM–7:00 AM, depending on night coverage needs
Current Open Shifts

October

  • Oct 17: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
  • Oct 24: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM

November

  • Nov 14: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
  • Nov 20: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Nov 25: 6:00 PM–3:00 AM

December

  • Dec 20–22: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
  • Dec 22-23: 10:00PM-7:00AM
  • Dec 24:
    • 7:00 AM–4:00 PM — 1 provider needed
    • 2:00 PM–11:00 PM — 1 provider needed
    • 10:00PM--7AM — 1 provider needed
  • Dec 25: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM
  • Dec 25: 10:00PM--7:00AM
  • Dec 26: 10:00PM--7:00AM
  • Dec 27: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
  • Dec 27: 10:00PM--7:00AM
  • Dec 28: 10:00PM--7:00AM

Ongoing: Additional dates TBD through 2027

Standard Shift Times

Mid Shift: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM

  • Same hours every day, including weekends

AM Shift:

  • Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Saturday–Sunday: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

PM Shift:

  • Monday–Friday: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM
  • Saturday–Sunday: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM

Future Night Shifts: May include 6:00 PM–3:00 AM or 10:00 PM–7:00 AM depending on facility needs.

Candidate Flexibility

The ideal candidate must be comfortable with:

  • Working varied shift times
  • Working weekdays and weekends
  • Working some holidays
  • Providing approximately 15 shifts/month
  • Full-time ongoing coverage
  • Adjusting availability based on facility needs
Clinical Details

Setting: Emergency Department

Patient Volume: 8–14 patients per day

Admissions: 8–14 per day

Patient Population / Case Mix: Mostly medical, low trauma, medium to high acuity

Required Procedures: N/A

Duties
  • Provide high-quality emergency medical care
  • Evaluate, treat, and disposition patients
  • Manage a broad spectrum of emergency conditions
  • Collaborate with attending physicians
  • Coordinate with consultants, hospitalists, and other care teams
  • Ensure effective patient handoffs and communication
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Support & Coverage Details

Support Staff: RNs

Reason for Coverage: Recruitment challenges

Recruiter Candidate Screening

Must Have:

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible through ABEM/AOBEM
  • Active Washington medical license
  • WA license required — IMLC not accepted
  • Required residency/fellowship completed
  • Active ACLS
  • Active BLS
  • Active PALS
  • Active DEA
  • Available for some or all requested dates
  • Willing to work varied shifts
  • Available to provide full-time/ongoing coverage preferred

Strongly Preferred:

  • Available for approximately 15 shifts/month
  • Able to commit to ongoing coverage
  • Willing to work holidays
  • Able to cover a broad range of shift times
  • Available for an extended full-time assignment

What RecruitWell Provides

  • A+ rated malpractice coverage
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
  • Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
  • Prepaid travel and lodging

RecruitWell's Core Values

  • Open communication
  • Sense of urgency
  • Teamwork
  • Accountability
  • Driven to win
  • Higher consciousness
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