Locums Emergency Medicine Opportunity in CA!
Job at a glance
Job description
Location:
Fortuna, CA
Fortuna is a charming small city nestled in the heart of the Eel River Valley in Humboldt County, offering stunning natural beauty with lush redwood forests and scenic coastal landscapes just minutes away. The area provides an exceptional quality of life with outdoor recreation opportunities and a welcoming community atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for locum physicians seeking a refreshing change of pace.
Facility:
This well-established medical center is a Level 3 trauma facility located in northern California, featuring a 32-bed emergency department with full around-the-clock support services including anesthesia, cardiology, general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, radiology, vascular surgery, and a fully equipped catheterization lab. The facility offers strong departmental support and a collaborative environment for emergency medicine providers.
Opportunity:
Physician - Emergency Medicine
Job Details:
Locum tenens coverage needed for specific October shifts at a Level 3 trauma facility in the Eureka, CA area
Inpatient, hospital-only coverage with 8 guaranteed hours per day
Average patient volume is approximately 110 patients per 24-hour period across a 32-bed emergency department
Providers must have a clean file with no large settlements, DUIs, drug issues, restrictions, terminations, or Medical Board actions to be eligible for temporary privileges
Active California license required - licensed in CA only; no IMLC accepted
DEA required
Board certified or board eligible within 3-5 years of residency required; ABEM/ABOEM certification required (ABIM/ABFM not accepted)
ACLS and BLS certifications required
Orientation must be completed the day before the first shift
Overtime applies after 12 hours worked per day and must be pre-approved by the medical director
Credentialing timeframe is approximately 15 days
Current CV must be uploaded with bid submission
Travel reimbursement includes airport parking at departing airport if provider drives themselves, pre-approved rental car insurance, and ride share/taxi from destination airport to lodging and between lodging and hospital
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.