Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Benton, IL (, IL, United States)

Wellhart is seeking a licensed Emergency Medicine Physician for a 12-day locum tenens assignment at an Urgent Care facility in Illinois. Starting 08/04/2025, this role requires expertise in emergency medicine procedures including ventilation management, intubation, and central line placement. The physician will work 12-hour shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a, or 7a-7a) with 6+ shifts per month, with ongoing coverage needed. This position offers the opportunity to work in an emergency room within a hospital, managing approximately 19 patients per day. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with single coverage, admissions, discharges, and observations in a facility using the Epic electronic health record system.

Job Details:

Location: Illinois

Facility Type: Urgent Care

Start Date: 08/04/2025

LOA: 12 days (ongoing)

Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician

Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7a-7p, 7p-7a, or 7a-7a), 6+ shifts per month

Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide emergency medical care to patients of all ages and conditions

Perform ventilation management and intubations as needed

Place central lines and manage critical care patients

Handle admissions, discharges, and observations

Collaborate with specialty backup including hospitalists, surgeons, and other specialists

Utilize Epic electronic health record system for documentation

Manage a diverse range of emergency cases in a single coverage setting

Perform rapid assessment and triage of patients

Order and interpret diagnostic tests

Coordinate patient transfers when necessary

Ensure adherence to emergency medicine protocols and best practices

Maintain accurate and detailed patient records

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members

Adapt to varying patient volumes in a moderate-volume emergency department

Additional Information:

Experience in single coverage emergency medicine is preferred

Comfort with managing a wide range of emergency procedures independently

Strong clinical decision-making skills in a resource-limited environment

Excellent communication abilities for effective teamwork and patient care

Flexibility to work various shift schedules as needed

Willingness to adapt to the specific needs of a small, community-based emergency department

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr