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Are you an Emergency Medicine physician seeking a locum tenens opportunity in the Southwest? We have a long-term position open near Altus, Oklahoma. Join a committed healthcare team in a well-supported facility, providing crucial emergency care services. Position Highlights: Location : Southwest Oklahoma, near Altus Position Type : Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician Setting : Outpatient Emergency Department, with scheduled clinical hours only Patient Volume : Approximately 27-28 patients per shift Facility Size : 11 beds in the emergency department Start Date : November 23, 2024 End Date : Ongoing (with possible transition to permanent role) Schedule & Coverage: Shifts : 24-hour physician coverage with 12-hour shifts, plus 10 hours of Advanced Practice Provider (APP) coverage daily Holiday Coverage : Required for major holidays, including New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Specialty Support : Includes 24/7 lab, radiology, and surgery support services (cardio-thoracic, general, orthopedic, vascular) Admissions : No inpatient admission duties required Requirements: Licensing : Must be licensed in Oklahoma Certifications : ACLS, ATLS, and PALS required for primary care-trained physicians; EM-trained physicians exempt from certification Board Certification : Board eligibility or certification in Emergency Medicine required Credentialing Timeframe : Estimated 30-60 days for a clean application Privileges : Hospital/surgery center privileges are required; temporary privileges available Additional Details: Emergency Department Volume : 20,000 annual visits Admission Rate : 12% EMR System : Meditech Travel and Lodging : Local hotels available; nearest major airports are in Oklahoma City and Dallas/Fort Worth Why This Role? Opportunity for long-term locum tenens with the possibility of permanent placement Competitive compensation, with malpractice insurance provided by the vendor Work with a professional team in a supportive, well-equipped facility Interested in this opportunity near Altus, OK? Apply now using Job ID HDAJOBS MDSTAFF