Emergency Medicine Physician

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Emergency Medicine

• Job Type: Locum Tenens

• Location: Bristol, TN

• Service Setting: Emergency Room/Hospital

• Coverage Type: Clinical Only

• Coverage Period: 08/20/2026 - Ongoing

• Clinical Shift Schedule: TBD

- 38 physician coverage hours daily

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Pediatrics, Adults, Geriatrics

• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 47,000 annual visits

• Admissions: Yes

• Case Mix: Emergency Medicine cases including pediatric and adult emergency care



FACILITY INFORMATION

• No. of Beds in Department: 342 hospital beds

• Trauma Level: Level II Trauma Center

• EMR System: Epic

• Office Equipment Available: Standard Emergency Department equipment

• Specialty Backup Available: Pediatric and adult specialty support services

• Support Staff Available: APP coverage with 33 hours daily

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Rate: TBD

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Emergency stabilization and treatment

• Airway management

• Supervising NP and PA providers

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Active unrestricted Tennessee Medical License required

• Board Certified through ABEM, ABFM, ABIM, ABPS, or AOA required

• Active DEA with TN address and schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 required

• ACLS, ATLS, and PALS required if not Board Certified in Emergency Medicine; NRP required for non-ABEM providers

• New EM residency graduates within the past 12 months considered

• ECFMG required for foreign medical graduates

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide emergency medical evaluation and treatment to patients of all ages

• Perform emergency stabilization and emergency procedures as needed

• Supervise and collaborate with NP and PA providers

• Document patient encounters accurately within Epic EMR

• Maintain compliance with credentialing, CME, and immunization requirements

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Schedule

Full Time