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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They accept BC/BE physicians in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine. The EMR system is Cerner. Shifts are 12 hours: 7a7p and 7p7a....

Emergency Medicine Physician - BE/BC-EM - Southern LA. Job in New Orleans Gr8Jobs

  • New Orleans, LA
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  • New Orleans, LA
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Emergency Medicine Physician....

Emergency Medicine Physician. Job in Lafayette Gr8Jobs

  • Lafayette, LA
  • moments ago
  • Lafayette, LA
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Are you an Emergency Medicine Physician searching for your next exciting locum tenens opportunity? This position with one of VISTA's healthcare partners in Louisiana might be the perfect fit!...

Urgent Care Physician

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 hours ago

BC/BE Family Medicine Physician needed for employed position with a top notch health system! No call!Must be comfortable treating patients of all ages Family Medicine Residency Trained....

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. Night shift...

Interested? Give Weatherby a call today and speak with one of our specialty-specific consultants for available dates and details. 48 hours physician coverage per day with mid-level support 165+...

If you are seeking a new opportunity or would simply like to learn more about locum tenens, give Weatherby a call today for details. Night shift schedule 7p - 7a 35 - 40 patients per shift Single...

medicine position Standard emergency medicine skills required Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses Assignment details and time entry in online portal Competitive compensation...

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Emergency Medicine Locum Provider to join a healthcare team in Coastal, Louisiana....

Emergency Medicine Physician Locum Tenens Job in Louisiana Details/Requirements: Board Certification required: Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine IM & FM boards require ER experience...

Physician - Emergency Medicine Assistant Program Director

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

Apply now to join our team as an Emergency Medicine Assistant Program Director at Ochsner Emergency Medicine in New Orleans, LA!Are you ready to make a difference?Apply Today!...

Emergency Medicine Physician. Job in Breaux Bridge Gr8Jobs

  • Breaux Bridge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Breaux Bridge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Job Details 25-Bed Critical Access Hospital 5 ED Beds 3 Urgent Care Beds 28,000 Annual ED Volume Documentation -EPIC EMR Excellent Nursing Coverage (4 Nurses/Shift) Bedside Patient Registration Physician...

Emergency Medicine Physician. Job in Baton Rouge Gr8Jobs

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Our clinical offerings currently span the entire continuum of care, from emergency and hospital-based medicine to telemedicine, intensive care, ambulatory, and in-home clinical care....

Emergency Medicine Physician. Job in Abbeville Gr8Jobs

  • Abbeville, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Abbeville, LA
  • 3 days ago

Our clinical offerings currently span the entire continuum of care, from emergency and hospital-based medicine to telemedicine, intensive care, ambulatory, and in-home clinical care....

Physician (Emergency Medicine)

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago

Preferred Experience: Minimum 3 years Emergency Medicine. American Board of Emergency Medicine eligible or certified. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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


Local
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106,764

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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
47.9%
Master's Degree
32.1%
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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