Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine in Iowa
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Offer value
Strong value attributed to competitive compensation, a well-structured environment, and opportunities for professional autonomy.
- Diverse clinical opportunities with high patient volume
- Supportive environment with robust specialty backup
- Autonomy in decision-making and scheduling
Pros
- High patient volume offers diverse clinical experiences
- Robust specialty backup ensures comprehensive patient care
- Cross-credentialing allows for increased work flexibility
Cons
- High annual patient volume may lead to increased stress
- Requires specific certification and ongoing training
- Limited interaction with advanced emergency medical technology
Who it's for
Mid-Career • Contract/Locum
Good fit
- Experienced emergency medicine practitioners
- Physicians seeking clinical diversity
- Candidates valuing work-life balance
Not recommended for
- Physicians without necessary certifications
- New entrants to the field
- Those preferring lower patient volumes
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Locum Tenens EM Opportunity In Iowa
Sycamore is excited to offer a locum tenens opportunity in this Midwest region. We understand the value of locum work and strive to provide physicians with autonomy, financial security, and professional flexibility. Providers will cross-credential at all sites.
Location: East Central Iowa (Northwest of Davenport)
- Certifications: ABEM Only
- Annual Volume: 44,000
- Patients/Hour: 1.5-1.7
- Physician Coverage: 42.5h
- Mid-Level Coverage: 30-40h
- Admission Rate: 24%
- Trauma Level: Level III
- EMR: EPIC + Dragon Dictation
- Scribes: No
- Admitting Orders: No
- Floor Codes: No
- Hospital Beds: 445
- Emergency Department Beds: 37
- Nearest Level I Trauma Center: University of Iowa
- Specialty Backup: Robust
- Shift Times: 8.5 hours
Free-standing ED- 5 miles away
- Certifications: ABEM Only
- Annual Volume: 12,000
- Patients/Hour: 1.2-1.5
- Physician Coverage: 25.5h
- Mid-Level Coverage: 10h
- Admission Rate: TBD
- Trauma Level: Level III (main hospital)
- EMR: EPIC + Dragon Dictation
- Scribes: No
- Admitting Orders: No
- Floor Codes: No
- Hospital Beds: None
- Emergency Department Beds: 14
- Nearest Level I Trauma Center: University of Iowa
- Specialty Backup: Robust
- Shift Times: 12.75 hours
Free-standing ED - 6 mi away
- Certifications: ABEM Only
- Annual Volume: 22,000
- Patients/Hour: 1.5-1.6
- Physician Coverage: 25.5h
- Mid-Level Coverage: 10h
- Admission Rate: 8%
- Trauma Level: Level III (main hospital)
- EMR: EPIC + Dragon Dictation
- Scribes: No
- Admitting Orders: No
- Floor Codes: No
- Hospital Beds: None
- Emergency Department Beds: 14
- Nearest Level I Trauma Center: University of Iowa
- Specialty Backup: Robust
- Shift Times: 8.5 hours
Why This Job?
This locum tenens opportunity offers physicians the chance to have control over their schedule, financial resilience, and work-life balance. With proximity to commercial airports, travel to and from the hospital is convenient and easy. Contact Sycamore directly for full details on this exciting opportunity.
