Opportunity:
Physician - Emergency Medicine
Job Details:
Emergency Medicine Board Certification required
Locum Tenens assignment with ongoing coverage needs
Provider staffing model includes 1 Physician covering 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM shifts, plus 1 APP covering 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily
Nursing staffing model includes 2 RNs around the clock plus a triage RN mid-day, with additional support from respiratory staff, float RN, Nursing Supervisor, and Nurse Manager
Emergency department consists of 9 beds
Average daily census of 44 patients
Patient encounters per shift vary
Trauma Level 4 facility
24-hour availability of support services including anesthesia, cardiothoracic surgery, catheterization lab, general surgery, laboratory, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, radiology, and vascular surgery
Newborn deliveries may be received in the ED; no L&D department on site deliver and transfer to affiliated facility when stable
Active Pennsylvania medical license required
Clean malpractice history preferred
Nearest airports are Pittsburgh and Latrobe; lodging recommendations available in the Altoona area
Facility:
This community hospital serves the surrounding rural region with a dedicated emergency department and a broad range of support services available around the clock. The facility is committed to providing quality emergency care and maintains a collaborative staffing model that supports both physicians and advanced practice providers. With access to specialty surgical services and diagnostic resources, the team is well-equipped to manage a wide variety of acute presentations.
Location:
Roaring Spring, PA
Roaring Spring is a charming borough nestled in Blair County in central Pennsylvania, offering a peaceful small-town setting surrounded by scenic rolling hills and outdoor recreation opportunities. The area provides easy access to the larger city of Altoona, combining a relaxed rural lifestyle with convenient amenities and a welcoming community atmosphere.
