Locums - Lakeland, Florida, Emergency Medicine Opening

Locums - Lakeland, Florida, Emergency Medicine Opening

Clinical Role RecruitWell is seeking an Emergency Medicine physician for ongoing locums coverage in Lakeland, Florida. This opportunity includes coverage in both freestanding and main Emergency Department settings, with flexibility required for day and night shifts.

Assignment Details

• Start: ASAP

• Initial duration: 6–12 months

• AM and PM coverage needed

• 12-hour shifts at the freestanding Emergency Department

• Must be flexible with scheduling

• Must be willing to work nights

• Orientation includes:

  • 2 shadow days

  • 1 in-house medical staff orientation day

Clinical Details

• Approximately 2–2.5 patients per hour during peak volume

• Freestanding Emergency Department: low- to mid-acuity patients

• Main Emergency Department: mid- to high-acuity patients

• Nurse / APP triage for lower-acuity patients available at the main Emergency Department only

• Freestanding Emergency Department admission rate: approximately 8–10%

• Main Emergency Department admission rate: approximately 30%

Practice Environment

• Freestanding Emergency Department:

  • 12 bays

  • Single-physician coverage

• Main Emergency Department:

  • Approximately 80 bays

  • Multiple-provider coverage

• Standard Emergency Department support staff

Requirements

• Active Florida medical license required

• Board Certification in Emergency Medicine preferred

• Physicians with qualifying prior HCA experience may also be considered

• Must have scheduling flexibility

• Must be willing to work night shifts

About Lakeland, Florida Location & Access: Lakeland is located in Central Florida between Tampa and Orlando, providing convenient access to both major metropolitan areas.

Lifestyle & Community: The area offers restaurants, shopping, established neighborhoods, cultural amenities, and a growing community atmosphere.

Outdoor Recreation: Nearby lakes, parks, trails, and recreational areas provide opportunities for boating, fishing, walking, biking, and other outdoor activities.

Attractions: Lakeland offers a historic downtown, local arts and dining, community events, and convenient access to attractions throughout Central Florida.

Quality of Life: The area combines regional healthcare resources with a manageable cost of living and easy access to both Tampa and Orlando.

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