Physician Emergency Medicine

Overview

Join a bustling hospital's emergency department as a Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician in Port Charlotte, FL. This high-volume setting requires dedicated professionals to manage a diverse patient population with shifts covering evenings and overnight hours. Enjoy a collaborative environment with support from hospitalists handling admissions and various critical care services available 24/7.

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Hospital
• Start Date: March 1, 2026
• Schedule: Mixed shifts with an emphasis on overnight, including an early morning start of 6 AM and late night up to 6 AM
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location: Port Charlotte, FL
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling

• Manage emergency cases across a spectrum of conditions with a high volume of 30K annually
• Handle patient encounters with an average of 2 patients per shift
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of APPs and specialized support services
• Ensure timely admissions and transfers as needed

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• ACLS certification required
• FL licensure with preference for IMLC status (No IMLC bids allowed)

• Coverage includes rotating shifts: 6 AM-3 PM, 1 PM-10 PM, 9 PM-6 AM
• APP support staff available during peak hours

• Proficiency in managing acute medical emergencies
• Ability to work effectively during overnight shifts
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with multidisciplinary teams
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, high-pressure environment