Physician - Emergency Medicine

Job Description

We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a 14-day locum tenens assignment in Iowa, starting Feb 23, 2026. This split role features 24-hour shifts from Friday through Monday, with primary responsibility for emergency department management and inpatient admissions. Rural healthcare experience is considered a highlight for this facility.

Job Details

• Location: Iowa
• Start Date: Feb 23, 2026
• LOA: 14 days
• Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician
• Schedule: 7a-7a; shift starts in the emergency department, Friday to Monday focus

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage all aspects of the emergency department during assigned shifts
• Oversee patient admissions directly from the emergency department, including order panel management for inpatient care
• Supervise inpatient admissions until handoff, with support from tele-hospitalist and tele-specialist teams
• Collaborate with nursing staff to facilitate patient care transitions
• Stabilize obstetric patients presenting to the emergency department for transport to labor and delivery
• Participate in attending physician handoff and update on inpatient census at shift change

Additional Information

• Iowa medical license required
• Experience in hospitalist, acute care, and emergency medicine is highly valued
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR is preferred
• Ongoing, sporadic coverage needs, primarily during Friday-Monday stretches

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.