Physician - Emergency Medicine Independence, MO

Opportunity:

Physician - Emergency Medicine

Job Details:

• Emergency Medicine Board Certified physician required; Primary Care Physicians with EM experience will not be considered
  
• 12-hour shifts available with both AM (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and PM (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) coverage needed
  
• Single physician coverage model with APP support during each shift
  
• Facility features 10 exam rooms and 1 triage space
  
• Expected patient volume of approximately 1.6 patients per hour with daily volumes up to 80 patients per day
  
• Patient mix is mostly low acuity with occasional higher acuity walk-in patients
  
• Nurse/APP triage available for lower acuity patients
  
• ED admission rate is approximately 5% or less
  
• This is a high-performing, fast-paced environment; not a slow-pace free-standing emergency department
  
• Normal ER support staff provided
  
• One day orientation with 1 to 2 shadow days required

Facility:

This free-standing emergency room operates as part of a larger health system that includes a main facility designated as a Level 2 Trauma Center. The facility is equipped to handle a high volume of emergency patients, offering comprehensive emergency care services with a focus on efficiency and quality outcomes. With dedicated support staff and APP assistance, the facility provides a dynamic and collaborative environment for emergency medicine physicians.

Location:

Independence, MO

Independence, Missouri offers a rich blend of history and community charm as one of the Kansas City metropolitan area's most storied cities, providing easy access to urban amenities, cultural attractions, and a variety of dining and entertainment options. The area boasts a strong sense of community, affordable living, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it an excellent place to both live and work.