Lucrative Pulmonology Locums in Kansas City, MO
Updated 11/03/26
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Physician
Pulmonology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Pulmonology / Critical Care Physician – Locum Tenens – Missouri
Position Overview
Seeking a Pulmonology / Critical Care Physician for a locum tenens opportunity in Missouri beginning January 18, 2027, for an initial 13-week assignment with potential ongoing coverage.
The physician will provide inpatient pulmonology and critical care services, including management of critically ill patients in a 14-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
The position includes scheduled daytime coverage and overnight call. Candidates must have an active Missouri medical license, appropriate board certification or board eligibility, and experience in pulmonology and critical care.
Compensation:
Hourly: $310/hr
Overtime: $460/hr
Holiday: $430/hr
24-Hour Call: $2035 per 24 hours
Night Call: $815/shift
Call Back: $460/hr
Assignment Details
Specialty: Pulmonology / Critical Care
Provider Type: Physician
Location: Missouri
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens
Start Date: January 18, 2027
Duration: 13 Weeks, Potentially Ongoing
Positions Available: 2
Practice Setting: Inpatient / Hospital-Based
Facility Type: Float Pool
ICU Capacity: 14 Beds
EMR: Epic
Coverage: Scheduled Shifts + On Call
Schedule
Day Shift: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Overnight Call: 4:30 PM–8:00 AM
Call Requirement: On Call During Assigned Workdays
Rotation: Monday–Sunday or Friday–Sunday
Monthly Coverage Needs:
Two Monday–Sunday Coverage Blocks
Two Friday–Sunday Coverage Blocks
Block Scheduling: Not Available
Weekend Coverage: Required Based on Rotation
Patient Population / Volume
Average Patient Volume: Approximately 10 Patients Per Day
ICU Beds: 14
Setting: Inpatient Critical Care
Patient Population: Hospitalized Patients Requiring Pulmonary and Critical Care Services
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide Comprehensive Inpatient Pulmonology Services
Evaluate and Manage Critically Ill Patients
Perform Daily ICU Rounds and Patient Assessments
Diagnose and Treat Acute and Chronic Pulmonary Conditions
Manage Patients Requiring Intensive Care
Develop and Implement Individualized Treatment Plans
Monitor Patient Progress and Adjust Treatment as Needed
Collaborate With ICU Nurses, Physicians, and Clinical Staff
Respond to Urgent Pulmonary and Critical Care Consultations
Provide Overnight Call Coverage During Assigned Workdays
Respond to Call Back Requests as Clinically Necessary
Coordinate Patient Care Across Inpatient Services
Maintain Accurate and Timely Documentation in Epic
Required Clinical Skills
Inpatient Pulmonology
Critical Care Medicine
ICU Patient Management
Acute and Chronic Pulmonary Disease Management
Critical Illness Assessment and Treatment
Inpatient Consultation
Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
Emergency Clinical Response
Overnight Call Coverage
Requirements
Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible in Pulmonology or Critical Care – Required
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Pulmonology or Critical Care – Preferred
Active Missouri Medical License – Required
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) Candidates May Be Considered
ACLS Certification – Required
BLS Certification – Required
DEA Registration – Required
Ability to Provide Inpatient Pulmonology and Critical Care Services
Experience Managing ICU Patients
Ability to Participate in Daytime and Overnight Call Coverage
Epic EMR Experience – Preferred
New Graduates May Be Considered
Submission Requirements
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Board Certification or Board Eligibility Documentation
Active Missouri Medical License
DEA Registration
ACLS Certification
BLS Certification
Relevant Pulmonology or Critical Care Experience
Confirmation of Availability for Required Coverage Blocks
Confirmation of Overnight Call Availability
Earliest Available Start Date
Credentialing
Estimated Timeframe: 60–90 Days
Temporary Privileges: May Be Available With a Clean Credentialing File
Active Missouri License Preferred
IMLC Candidates May Be Considered
Board Certification or Board Eligibility Required
ACLS, BLS, and DEA Required
Position Overview
Seeking a Pulmonology / Critical Care Physician for a locum tenens opportunity in Missouri beginning January 18, 2027, for an initial 13-week assignment with potential ongoing coverage.
The physician will provide inpatient pulmonology and critical care services, including management of critically ill patients in a 14-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
The position includes scheduled daytime coverage and overnight call. Candidates must have an active Missouri medical license, appropriate board certification or board eligibility, and experience in pulmonology and critical care.
Compensation:
Hourly: $310/hr
Overtime: $460/hr
Holiday: $430/hr
24-Hour Call: $2035 per 24 hours
Night Call: $815/shift
Call Back: $460/hr
Assignment Details
Specialty: Pulmonology / Critical Care
Provider Type: Physician
Location: Missouri
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens
Start Date: January 18, 2027
Duration: 13 Weeks, Potentially Ongoing
Positions Available: 2
Practice Setting: Inpatient / Hospital-Based
Facility Type: Float Pool
ICU Capacity: 14 Beds
EMR: Epic
Coverage: Scheduled Shifts + On Call
Schedule
Day Shift: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Overnight Call: 4:30 PM–8:00 AM
Call Requirement: On Call During Assigned Workdays
Rotation: Monday–Sunday or Friday–Sunday
Monthly Coverage Needs:
Two Monday–Sunday Coverage Blocks
Two Friday–Sunday Coverage Blocks
Block Scheduling: Not Available
Weekend Coverage: Required Based on Rotation
Patient Population / Volume
Average Patient Volume: Approximately 10 Patients Per Day
ICU Beds: 14
Setting: Inpatient Critical Care
Patient Population: Hospitalized Patients Requiring Pulmonary and Critical Care Services
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide Comprehensive Inpatient Pulmonology Services
Evaluate and Manage Critically Ill Patients
Perform Daily ICU Rounds and Patient Assessments
Diagnose and Treat Acute and Chronic Pulmonary Conditions
Manage Patients Requiring Intensive Care
Develop and Implement Individualized Treatment Plans
Monitor Patient Progress and Adjust Treatment as Needed
Collaborate With ICU Nurses, Physicians, and Clinical Staff
Respond to Urgent Pulmonary and Critical Care Consultations
Provide Overnight Call Coverage During Assigned Workdays
Respond to Call Back Requests as Clinically Necessary
Coordinate Patient Care Across Inpatient Services
Maintain Accurate and Timely Documentation in Epic
Required Clinical Skills
Inpatient Pulmonology
Critical Care Medicine
ICU Patient Management
Acute and Chronic Pulmonary Disease Management
Critical Illness Assessment and Treatment
Inpatient Consultation
Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
Emergency Clinical Response
Overnight Call Coverage
Requirements
Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible in Pulmonology or Critical Care – Required
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Pulmonology or Critical Care – Preferred
Active Missouri Medical License – Required
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) Candidates May Be Considered
ACLS Certification – Required
BLS Certification – Required
DEA Registration – Required
Ability to Provide Inpatient Pulmonology and Critical Care Services
Experience Managing ICU Patients
Ability to Participate in Daytime and Overnight Call Coverage
Epic EMR Experience – Preferred
New Graduates May Be Considered
Submission Requirements
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Board Certification or Board Eligibility Documentation
Active Missouri Medical License
DEA Registration
ACLS Certification
BLS Certification
Relevant Pulmonology or Critical Care Experience
Confirmation of Availability for Required Coverage Blocks
Confirmation of Overnight Call Availability
Earliest Available Start Date
Credentialing
Estimated Timeframe: 60–90 Days
Temporary Privileges: May Be Available With a Clean Credentialing File
Active Missouri License Preferred
IMLC Candidates May Be Considered
Board Certification or Board Eligibility Required
ACLS, BLS, and DEA Required
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