Emergency Medicine Physician Jobs in Louisiana

An Emergency Medicine Physician plays a crucial role in the healthcare industry by providing immediate medical attention to patients with acute illnesses or injuries. They manage a wide range of medical, surgical, and psychiatric emergencies, making quick decisions to resuscitate and stabilize patients. They coordinate with other healthcare professionals for further management, follow-up care or admission of patients. Emergency physicians are also involved in disaster medicine, pre-hospital emergency care, and performing procedures like intubations, central line placements, fracture reductions, and others.

Important skills for this role include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency in procedural techniques. Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) are often required. Before becoming an Emergency Medicine Physician, a person may have roles such as Medical Intern, Resident in Internal Medicine or General Surgery, or a Fellow in Emergency Medicine. To be eligible for board certification in Emergency Medicine, they need to complete a residency in Emergency Medicine after obtaining a medical degree.

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A facility is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for locum tenens coverage. Shreveport is a city in Northwest Louisiana! While on assignment, you can visit R.W....

A facility is seeking a Emergency Medicine Physician Associate for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Jennings, Louisiana....

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Emergency Medicine Physician. Job in Amite Gr8Jobs

  • Amite, LA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Amite, LA
  • 21 hours ago

Physician Requirements: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, or Internal Medicine Current ATLS, ACLS, and PALS for non-BC-EM physicians Current unrestricted Louisiana state medical license...

Emergency Medicine Physician. Job in Franklinton Gr8Jobs

  • Franklinton, LA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Franklinton, LA
  • 21 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician to join our patient-centered group of physicians at Riverside Medical Center, a 25-bed critical access facility located in Franklinton, LA....

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A Facility in LA Is Looking for a Locums Emergency Medicine Physician

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 22 hours ago

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way. Call and speak to one of our consultants today for available dates and details. Nights, 12-hour...

Locum Tenens Job in Louisiana for Emergency Medicine Physician

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 22 hours ago

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way. Call and speak to one of our consultants today for available dates and details. Willing to wait for...

Emergency Medicine Physician Is Wanted for Locums Help in Louisiana

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 22 hours ago

Get in touch with a Weatherby consultant today to learn more about this and other opportunities available now. Willing to wait for license BC required PALS and ACLS needed 1.8 patients per hour...

Some locum assignments can be as short as a day, others, years. Some are far from home, others are local. Whatever it is you're looking for, we offer true opportunities, not just postings....

Emergency Medicine Physician

  • Abbeville, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Abbeville, LA
  • 7 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Physician - Emergency Medicine

  • Kenner, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 11 days ago

Skip to main content Sign In Search for Jobs Physician - Emergency Medicine page is loaded Physician - Emergency Medicine locations Kenner - New Orleans Region - Louisiana time type Full time posted...

Louisiana Facility Is Seeking a Locums Emergency Medicine Physician

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 11 days ago

If this opportunity sounds right for you, give us a call today to speak with an expert Weatherby consultant for details. BC or BE required ACLS, ATLS and PALS required DEA needed Paid malpractice...

Physician - Emergency Medicine - Nocturnist

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 12 days ago

Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers....

Physician - Emergency Medicine

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 days ago

Ochsner Health is the leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 46 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


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Emergency Medicine Physician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Emergency Medicine
This course will teach all the ways to identify and manage a patient with cardiac arrest, shock etc. We start with identifying the patient, assessing his/ her status and then management. Language...
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Salary for Emergency Medicine Physician Jobs in Louisiana

This is the average annual salary for Emergency Medicine Physician jobs in Louisiana as reported by the BLS.

$320,700


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Emergency Medicine Physician positions.



Highest Education Level

Emergency Medicine Physicians in Louisiana offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.6%
Master's Degree
32.3%
Bachelor's Degree
13.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
2.0%
Associate's Degree
1.7%
Some High School
0.2%
Some College
0.1%



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