Opportunity:
Physician - Emergency Medicine
Job Details:
- Emergency Medicine Board Certification required
- Locum Tenens coverage opportunity with ongoing need
- 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 from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily
- Nursing staffing model includes 2 RNs around the clock plus a triage RN mid-day; additional staff includes respiratory, float RN, Nursing Supervisor, and Nurse Manager
- Emergency Department consists of 9 beds
- Average Daily Census is 44 patients; patient encounters per shift vary
- Trauma Level 4 facility
- 24-hour support services available including Anesthesia, Cardiology, Catheterization Lab, General Surgery, Laboratory, Neuro-Surgery, OR, Orthopedic Surgery, Radiology, and Vascular Surgery
- No Labor & Delivery department on-site; if delivery situation arises, provider will deliver and transfer to the main Conemaugh facility when stable
- Active Pennsylvania medical license required
- Clean malpractice history and NPDB preferred
- Nearest airports are Pittsburgh and Latrobe; lodging recommendations available in the Altoona area
Facility:
This medical center is a community-based hospital offering a range of inpatient and outpatient services to patients in the surrounding region. The facility provides comprehensive emergency care supported by a robust team of nursing and ancillary staff, along with 24-hour access to key surgical and diagnostic specialties. The organization is committed to delivering quality patient care in a collaborative and well-resourced clinical environment.
Location:
Roaring Spring, PA
Roaring Spring is a welcoming small town nestled in the scenic Blair County region of central Pennsylvania, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by rolling hills and natural beauty. The area provides easy access to outdoor recreation, charming local communities, and the amenities of nearby Altoona, making it an ideal destination for providers seeking a balanced and fulfilling locum tenens experience.
