Locums - Lake City, Florida, Emergency Medicine Openings

Locum Tenens Florida

Locums – Lake City, Florida | Emergency Medicine Opportunity

Clinical Role

Join a dynamic emergency medicine team providing coverage at both a main hospital and a freestanding emergency department (FSED). This opportunity offers strong advanced practice provider (APP) support, manageable patient volumes, and the chance to work in a collaborative, high-acuity environment.

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 6 Months
Shift Options:

7:30 PM – 7:30 AM
6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Position Highlights

Coverage at both the main emergency department and a freestanding ED
Strong APP support at both locations
Procedures and ventilator management required
Flexible scheduling with overnight shift options
Opportunity for physicians trained in Emergency Medicine or those with relevant EM experience

Schedule & Coverage

Shift Length: 12-hour overnight shifts
Coverage Locations: Main Hospital and Freestanding Emergency Department (FSED)
Reason for Coverage: Ongoing staffing need

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Setting: Emergency Department (Main Hospital and FSED)

Facility Details:

Number of Beds: 119 (combined Main and FSED)
Annual Census:
- Main ED: Approximately 17,200 visits
- FSED: Approximately 7,000 visits
Daily Admissions: Approximately 30

Patient Population: All ages

Responsibilities Include:

Providing emergency medical care in a fast-paced environment
Managing high-acuity patients requiring advanced procedures
Performing critical care interventions and ventilator management
Collaborating with APPs and multidisciplinary teams
Ensuring timely and accurate documentation

Procedures Required

Intubation
Central line placement
Chest tube insertion
Ventilator management

Support & Technology

Support Staff:

Main ED: Up to 69 hours per day of APP coverage
FSED: 24 hours per day of APP coverage

Technology:

EMR: (Not specified – can be added if provided)

Requirements

Board Certified in Emergency Medicine – Preferred
Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine with significant Emergency Medicine experience – Accepted
Completion of an Emergency Medicine residency – Preferred
Ability to perform required emergency procedures – Required
Active Florida medical license – Required (if applicable for submission)

Organization & Team

Collaborative emergency medicine environment
Strong APP and nursing support
Coverage across both hospital-based and freestanding emergency settings

About Lake City, Florida

Location & Access: Located in North Florida at the intersection of I-75 and I-10, offering easy access to Gainesville and Jacksonville.
Lifestyle & Community: A welcoming community with small-town charm and convenient access to larger metropolitan areas.
Attractions: Outdoor recreation including springs, parks, fishing, and hiking opportunities.
Quality of Life: Affordable cost of living with a relaxed pace of life and proximity to major Florida destinations.

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