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Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Lehigh Acres, FL

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LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Lehigh Acres, Florida, 33936!

About The Position We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician for a 36-week locum tenens assignment at a community hospital in Florida. This opportunity begins on Nov 24, 2025, with 12-hour night shifts available and the potential to extend beyond the initial commitment. The assignment features a fast-paced environment with a focus on adult and geriatric emergency cases, and offers 24-hour physician and advanced practice provider coverage.

Job Details Location: Florida Facility Type: Community Hospital Start Date: Nov 24, 2025 LOA: 36 weeks Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician Schedule: 7p-7a; 13-week contracts with extension options; 6x24 or 12x12 monthly

Responsibilities and Duties Provide emergency care in an emergency department within a hospital Stabilize and manage traumatic patients in a non-designated trauma facility Perform all lifesaving procedures including intubation, ventilator management, chest tube insertion, arterial line placement, and central line placement Deliver care to all age groups, with a primary focus on adult and geriatric populations Utilize Meditech EHR for patient documentation and workflow management Collaborate with advanced practice providers to ensure comprehensive patient care

Additional Information Florida medical license required Trauma experience preferred but not required 24-hour physician and APP coverage provided Board certification not required

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.

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About Wellhart, LLC Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

*Travel the United States and see new places. *Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way. *Set your own schedule. *Earn more money than permanent providers. *Experience new practice settings. *Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!