Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Emergency Medicine in Hawarden, IA

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine Location: Hawarden, IA Employer: Wellhart, LLC Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Contract Duration: 7 Days Start Date: ASAP

Locum Jobs Online  is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Hawarden, Iowa, 51023!

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in Iowa, starting Jan 24, 2026. This position features 24-hour shifts in an ED/IP hybrid program, where the physician will serve as the sole provider and manage a range of acute and inpatient cases.

Job Details

• Location:
  
  Iowa
• Facility Type:
  Critical Access Hospital
• Start Date:
  
  Jan 24, 2026
• LOA: 7 days
• Provider Type Needed:
  Emergency Medicine Physician
• Schedule:
  
  24-hour shifts from Jan 24, 2026 through Jan 31, 2026

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the sole provider in the Emergency Department and inpatient setting, managing all aspects of care
• Perform all necessary procedures in both ED and inpatient environments
• Conduct daily rounds beginning at 8 am with an interdisciplinary team, including a social worker/case manager, pharmacist, and nursing staff
• Complete weekly swing bed rounding to facilitate patient transitions of care
• Treat a variety of cases including congestive heart failure, cellulitis, COPD, and gastroenterological conditions
• Manage an average daily census of 4-6 on the medical floor and 6-8 ED encounters per day
• Oversee acute beds and swing beds as needed

Additional Information

• Must hold a valid Iowa medical license
• Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine required
• Minimum 2 years of experience practicing autonomously in both ED and inpatient settings
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and perform all relevant procedures
• Comfortable working as the sole provider during 24-hour shifts

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

* Travel the United States and see new places.

* Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.

* Set your own schedule.

* Earn more money than permanent providers.

* Experience new practice settings.

* Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!

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