Opportunity:
Physician - Emergency Medicine
Job Details:
Emergency Medicine board certification required12-hour shifts available for both AM (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and PM (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) coverageSingle physician coverage model with APP supportFacility has 10 emergency rooms and 1 triage spaceExpected patient volume of approximately 1.6 patients per hour for the whole EDPatient mix is mostly low acuity with occasional walk-in higher acuity casesED admission rate of approximately 5% or lessNurse/APP triage available for lower acuity patientsNormal emergency room support staff providedNew graduates will not be considered; EM board certification is requiredPrimary Care Physicians with EM experience will not be consideredFacility:
This freestanding emergency room operates as part of a larger healthcare network that includes a Level 2 Trauma Center at its main facility. The emergency department is designed to efficiently handle a high volume of patients, with a focus on low to moderate acuity cases while maintaining the capability to manage higher acuity walk-in patients. The facility is supported by a team of experienced APP staff and provides a collaborative work environment with access to the resources of its affiliated main campus.
Location:
Independence, MO
Independence, Missouri offers a rich historical heritage as the birthplace of President Harry S. Truman and a key starting point of the Oregon Trail, providing a unique blend of history and culture. Located just east of Kansas City, residents enjoy easy access to a vibrant metropolitan area with world-class dining, entertainment, and professional sports, while still benefiting from the charm and affordability of a smaller community.
