Emergency Medicine Physician

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Alton, IL

Service Setting: Emergency Department

Coverage Type: Clinical Only

Coverage Period: 03/01/2026 - Ongoing

Clinical Shift Schedule: 6a - 6p and 6p- 6a; 12hr shifts

COVERAGE DATES

March 1, 2026 - ongoing

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: Adult and pediatric population

Patient Volume/Census: 25,000 annual ED volume

Admissions: Yes

Case Mix: Full-spectrum emergency medicine, including pediatrics and stroke care

FACILITY INFORMATION

No. of Beds in Department: 16-bed ED with telemetry monitoring

Office Equipment Available: Telemetry monitoring

Specialty Backup Available: State-approved pediatrics; Certified Stroke Center

Support Staff Available: 14 hours daily NP/PA support

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

Full-spectrum emergency medicine procedures

Pediatric emergency care

Stroke management in accordance with Certified Stroke Center guidelines

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Active Illinois License

BC/BE; ABEM preferred

DEA required

CSL required

BLS, ACLS, PALS, certifications

Other Qualifications: recent ED experience, comfort with treating alll ages, Experience in stroke response

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide emergency medical services to adult and pediatric patients

Manage patient care in a 16-bed emergency department

Deliver 24-hour physician coverage in assigned shifts

Work collaboratively with NP/PA support staff

Ensure adherence to standards required for state-approved pediatrics and Certified Stroke Center