Emergency Medicine Physician – Locum Tenens Opportunity Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center | Ogdensburg, New York

Updated 10/23/26
$300.00 – $300.00 hourly
Ogdensburg, New York, United States
Physician
Emergency Medicine
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital
Visa Sponsorship No
Experience Level 2 years

Job description

Job description

Emergency Medicine Physician – Locum Tenens Opportunity

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center | Ogdensburg, New York

Presented by Delphi Healthcare

Location: Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, 214 King Street, Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Position Type: Locum Tenens
Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Organization: Delphi Healthcare
Compensation: $300 per hour
Schedule: Flexible Day and Night Shifts Available

Position Overview

Delphi Healthcare is seeking experienced Emergency Medicine Physicians to provide locum tenens coverage at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg, New York. This opportunity offers a highly competitive hourly rate, scheduling flexibility, and the chance to work within a collaborative emergency department team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.
Physicians will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a wide range of emergent and urgent medical conditions while working alongside advanced practice providers, nursing staff, specialists, and hospital leadership.
Compensation
  • $300 per hour
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Day and night shifts available (7a-7p and 7p-7a)
  • Travel, lodging, and malpractice coverage available
  • Consistent shifts with ongoing opportunities
Clinical Responsibilities
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat emergency department patients of varying acuity levels
  • Manage acute medical, surgical, and traumatic emergencies
  • Perform emergency procedures within the scope of emergency medicine practice
  • Stabilize critically ill and injured patients
  • Coordinate admissions, transfers, and consultations as needed
  • Interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory results, ECGs, and imaging
  • Document patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner
  • Collaborate with nursing staff, specialists, hospitalists, and administration
  • Ensure compliance with hospital protocols and quality standards

Practice Environment

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center
214 King Street, Ogdensburg, NY 13669

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center is a community hospital and regional referral center serving St. Lawrence County and the surrounding North Country region. The Emergency Department operates 24/7 and provides emergency care to a diverse patient population across a large geographic service area. The hospital offers strong multidisciplinary support and is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Annual Emergency Department Volume: Approximately 14,000–16,000 patient visits annually
Additional highlights include:
  • Community hospital emergency department
  • Approximately 24-hour physician coverage
  • Supportive clinical and administrative team
  • Efficient patient flow and care coordination
  • Opportunity for ongoing assignments and schedule continuity
  • Focus on quality patient outcomes and patient satisfaction
  • Modern electronic documentation systems
Requirements
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
  • Active and unrestricted New York medical license
  • DEA registration
  • Current ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications preferred
  • Strong clinical decision-making and procedural skills
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced emergency department environment
Why Consider This Opportunity?
  • Competitive compensation at $300 per hour
  • Flexible day and night shift options
  • Opportunity to work with an established healthcare organization
  • Travel and lodging assistance available
  • Malpractice insurance coverage provided
  • Consistent locum tenens assignments
  • Supportive practice environment
  • Work-life balance through flexible scheduling

About the Community

Located along the St. Lawrence River in Northern New York, Ogdensburg offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with easy access to the region's many recreational and cultural attractions. The area is known for its scenic beauty, featuring waterfront parks, boating, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Residents enjoy a low cost of living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community. Ogdensburg is conveniently situated near the Thousand Islands region, the Adirondack Mountains, Syracuse, and the Canadian border, providing access to both outdoor adventure and metropolitan amenities. The community offers an exceptional quality of life for physicians seeking a rewarding practice opportunity and a healthy work-life balance.
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