Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Emergency Medicine in Breaux Bridge, LA

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Breaux Bridge, LA Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 4 days x 10 hours Start Date: ASAP

Job Title:

Physician Emergency Medicine
Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location:

Breaux Bridge, LA
Service Setting:
Hospital
Coverage Type:
Clinical Only
Coverage Period:
May 2025
Ongoing Clinical Shift

Schedule:

MD: 6a-6p, 6p-6a (24/7 coverage model)
NP/PA: 11a-9p (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri)

Patient Demographics:
Adults
Patient Volume/Census:
Approx. 47 patients/day
Admissions:
Yes (3.2% admission rate)
Case Mix:
Emergency care

No. of Beds in Department: 5 ED beds + fast track beds
EMR System:
Ochsner EPIC
Special Services: CT scan, ICU, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound
Support Staff Available: NP/PAs on-site 10 hrs, 4 days/week
Reason for Coverage:
Supplemental Coverage

Hospital Privileges

Required:

Yes
Temporary Privileges Available:
Yes (Expedited possible)
Credentialing Timeline: 4560 days with clean file

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance:
Covered or included in all-in rate
REQUIRED PROCEDURES:
Standard emergency medicine procedures

Licenses: Active Louisiana state license required
Board: BC/BE in EM, FM, or IM (No ABPS)
DEA: Active DEA certification required
Certifications: ATLS, ACLS, PALS, BLS
Experience: Minimum 2 years of emergency medicine experience
Other

Qualifications:

EMR proficiency required

• Provide full-scope emergency care in a fast-paced setting
• Collaborate with NP/PA team for patient throughput
• Manage acute medical conditions and stabilize critically ill patients
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EPIC
• Participate in team briefings, shift handovers, and follow hospital protocols