Emergency Medicine Physician

Location:
Fortuna, CA

Fortuna is a welcoming Northern California community nestled in the heart of Humboldt County, surrounded by stunning redwood forests and scenic coastal landscapes. The area offers a peaceful small-town lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation, making it an ideal destination for providers seeking a refreshing change of pace.

Facility:
This Northern California facility is a well-established community hospital offering comprehensive emergency medicine services within a 32-bed department. The facility holds a Level 3 trauma designation and benefits from 24-hour availability of key support services including anesthesia, general surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, catheterization lab, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, radiology, and laboratory services.

Opportunity:
Physician - Emergency Medicine

Job Details:

• Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine coverage beginning January 1, 2027, with ongoing need
• Inpatient, hospital-only coverage with no call requirements
• Available shift times: 3p-12a, 8a-4p, 1p-11p, 9p-6a, and 11p-8a
• 8 guaranteed hours per day; overtime applies after 12 hours per day and must be pre-approved by the medical director
• Average patient volume is 110 patients per 24-hour period across the department
• Active California license required; licensed in CA only - no IMLC accepted
• DEA required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible within 3-5 years of residency; ABEM or ABEOM certification required (ABIM and ABFM not accepted)
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Level 3 trauma facility; no newborn deliveries received in the ED; L&D department on site
• Estimated credentialing timeframe is 90 days
• Providers must present 2-3 references including MD name, email, and phone number for a reference check by the medical director at time of bid submission
• Providers with a clean file may be considered for December coverage; providers with large settlements, DUIs, drug issues, restrictions, terminations, or Medical Board actions are not eligible for temporary privileges
• Airport parking reimbursed if provider drives themselves to the airport; ride share and taxi from destination airport to lodging and to/from hospital will be reimbursed; mileage and ride share from provider's home to departing airport are not reimbursed; rental car insurance must be pre-approved prior to booking

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included