What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician — PM Shifts (Loxahatchee, FL) position at AAS Healthcare Staffing?
We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine physician to provide locum tenens coverage in Loxahatchee, Florida. The emergency department is experiencing higher-than-expected patient volumes and needs additional coverage for ongoing evening (PM) shifts. This is a collaborative, well-supported clinical environment with experienced colleagues and full ancillary services.
Position details:
- Shift length: primarily 10-hour PM shifts
- Patient population: adults only (pediatrics seen in a separate pediatric ED)
- ED capacity: 33 bays
- Volume: ~1.8–2.0 patients per hour
- Admission rate: 26–30%
- Trauma designation: non‑trauma center
Clinical responsibilities:
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage a broad range of emergent and urgent adult conditions
- Perform indicated emergency procedures and stabilize patients for admission or transfer
- Collaborate with physicians, APPs, nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure high-quality care
- Complete accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record
- Adhere to departmental protocols and quality standards
Staffing model:
- 3–4 emergency physicians per shift
- 3 advanced practice providers
- Full ED nursing and ancillary support
Qualifications:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM)
- Minimum 6 months of emergency medicine experience
- Active Florida medical license or ability to obtain licensure
- Current DEA registration
- Strong clinical decision-making and procedural skills
If you are comfortable working in a fast-paced adult ED and seek supportive teamwork in a locum role, this opportunity offers consistent PM coverage in a well-resourced setting.