Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Franklin, LA

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Franklin, LA
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Franklin, Louisiana, 70538!
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Franklin, LA
• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 05/01/2026 – Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Multiple shifts available including Day (7a–4p, 9a-6p), Swing (3p–11p), and Night (7p–7a)

COVERAGE DATES
• Coverage begins May 1, 2026
• Ongoing coverage required
• Flexible scheduling based on department needs

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 25,000 annual ED visits
• Admissions: Approximately 8% admissions or transfers
• Case Mix: Broad emergency medicine case mix with most adult subspecialties available except Neurosurgery

FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: Epic
• Office Equipment Available: Standard emergency department equipment
• Specialty Backup Available: Most adult subspecialties available except Neurosurgery
• Support Staff Available: Advanced Practice Provider coverage from 12p – 9p along with nursing and ED support staff

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Emergency patient evaluation and stabilization
• Airway management and intubation
• Suturing and wound management
• Fracture stabilization and splinting
• Emergency diagnostic evaluation and treatment

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Louisiana Medical License or willingness to obtain
• Board: ABEM, ABIM, or ABFM with Emergency Medicine experience
• DEA: Active DEA Certification
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Experience: Emergency Medicine experience required; EM residency trained physicians considered
• Other Qualifications: Fellowship training preferred; board certification preferred

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients presenting to the emergency department
• Perform patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostics
• Perform emergency procedures as required
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers, nurses, and hospital staff to ensure high-quality patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation within the Epic EMR system

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Cultivate meaningful relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds and communities, enriching your clinical experience and cultural competence.
2. Design a lifestyle that suits your preferences and priorities, whether it's prioritizing travel, family time, or personal pursuits alongside your professional commitments.
3. Embrace remote work options in telemedicine or virtual healthcare settings, leveraging technology to deliver care from anywhere while maintaining professional engagement.
4. Experience diverse medical settings, patient demographics, and clinical challenges, enriching your professional expertise.
5. Navigate career transitions or specialty changes with greater ease by gaining exposure to different practice settings and patient populations through locum work.

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