Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Emergency Medicine in Mount Vernon, IL

Position: Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Mount Vernon, IL
Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine

Location:

Mount Vernon, IL

Employer:

Wellhart, LLC

Pay:  Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position
We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for our client in Illinois for an assignment starting Apr 20, 2026. This role involves 7a-7p and 7p-7a shifts, focusing on comprehensive emergency care including ventilation management, intubation, C-line procedures, admissions, discharges, and observations within a high-volume emergency department supported by APPs and robust specialty backup.

Responsibilities and Duties
Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients in a hospital with an ER.
Perform required procedures including Ventilation Management, Intubation, and C-Line insertion.
Handle admissions, discharges, and observation cases.
Collaborate with robust specialty backup, including Hospitalist, Surgery, Anesthesia, Radiology, Pathology, Critical Care, and Pulmonology, with additional support available at the main campus.
Utilize APP support available from 12p-12a.

Additional Information
EMR:
Epic

Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel-related expenses covered
A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.
Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.