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Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Tucumcari, NM

ACEP Now, Tucumcari, New Mexico, United States, 88401

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About The Position

Job Title:

Physician Emergency Medicine

Job Type:

Locum Tenens

Location:

Tucumcari, NM

Service Setting:

Hospital Emergency Department

Coverage Type:

Clinical Only

Coverage Period:

08/01/2025 Open

Clinical Shift Schedule:

24‑hour shifts; 7a7p and 7p7a

Patient Information

Patient Demographics:

Adults

Patient Volume/Census:

~15 patients/day

Admissions:

Yes

Case Mix:

Emergency cases (general and trauma)

Facility Information

EMR System:

Epic

Office Equipment Available:

Standard emergency medicine equipment

Specialty Backup Available:

Limited or TBD

Reason for Coverage:

Additional physician coverage for ED

Privileges & Compliance

Hospital Privileges Required:

Yes

Temporary Privileges Available:

Yes (expedited for clean files)

Onboarding:

Required (orientation and EMR training)

Compensation & Benefits

Rate:

TBD

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance

Immunizations: COVID‑19 vaccination or waiver, current flu vaccine required

Procedures: General emergency procedures as documented in 24‑month procedure log

Job Requirements

Licenses:

Active New Mexico medical license, NM CSR, DEA with NM address

Certifications:

ACLS, PALS (ATLS not required)

Experience:

24 months of recent EM experience; board certified or eligible (ABEM, AOBEM, ABFM, ABIM only)

Other Qualifications:

3 peer references, department chair reference, immunization records

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide emergency medical care for all presenting patients

Work 24‑hour shifts in a low‑volume ED (~5,550 annual visits)

Collaborate with hospital staff to stabilize and admit patients as needed

Accurately document all patient encounters using Epic EMR

Participate in onboarding activities and adhere to facility protocols

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

Avoid the hassle of permanent relocation by taking on temporary assignments in various locations, experiencing different communities without long‑term commitment.

Cultivate meaningful relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds and communities, enriching your clinical experience and cultural competence.

Engage with peers and colleagues in collaborative learning environments, sharing insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to patient care.

Learn from seasoned professionals and mentors in different clinical environments, benefiting from their expertise and guidance to enhance your own practice.

Prevent professional fatigue by changing environments regularly, avoiding the monotony of routine practice.

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