Physician Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Opportunity:

Physician - Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine

Job Details:

• Emergency Medicine Board Certification required




• Coverage needed for multiple shifts across August, September, October, November, and December




• Shifts available in both day (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and night (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM) rotations




• Provider staffing model includes 1 Physician 6AM-6PM and 6PM-6AM, plus 1 APP 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM daily




• Nursing staffing includes 2 RNs around the clock plus a triage RN mid-day




• Additional support staff includes respiratory, float RN, Nursing Supervisor, and Nurse Manager




• Average daily census is 44 patients




• Patient encounters per shift vary




• 9-bed Emergency Department




• Trauma Level 4 facility




• 24-hour support services available including Anesthesia, General Surgery, Laboratory, Radiology, Orthopedic Surgery, Neuro-Surgery, Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Catheterization Lab, and Vascular Surgery




• Newborn deliveries may be received in the ED; no L&D department on site - deliver and transfer when stable




• Active Pennsylvania license required




• Clean malpractice history/NPDB preferred




• Nearest airports are Pittsburgh and Latrobe; lodging recommendations in the Altoona area




Facility:

This medical center is a community-based acute care hospital serving a rural region of Pennsylvania. The facility provides a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services, including emergency medicine, surgical care, and diagnostic services. With robust 24-hour ancillary support and a collaborative staffing model, the facility is well-equipped to deliver quality care to the patients it serves.




Location:

Roaring Spring, PA

Roaring Spring is a charming small borough nestled in the scenic Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, offering a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere. The area provides easy access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and skiing, while being within driving distance of larger cities like Altoona and Pittsburgh for additional amenities and entertainment.