Emergency Medicine Physician

Locums - Jamestown, North Dakota Emergency Medicine Opportunity

Clinical Role RecruitWell is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine physician for locums coverage in Jamestown, North Dakota. This is a single-physician coverage model in a Level IV Trauma Center serving patients across the lifespan. The ideal candidate will have a strong Emergency Medicine background and be comfortable independently managing a broad range of acute presentations with limited onsite backup.

Assignment Details

• Coverage dates:

  • November 3-8, 2026: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

  • November 30-December 6, 2026: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

  • December 11-14, 2026: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

  • December 30, 2026 - January 4, 2027: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

• Approximately 4 shifts per month on average

• 12-hour shifts

• Day shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

• Night shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

• Primary need is for night coverage

• New providers must arrive one day before their first shift for orientation and onboarding

• Emergency privileges may be available for providers with a clean credentialing file

Position Highlights

• Level IV Trauma Center

• Approximately 11,000-12,000 annual ED visits

• Single-physician Emergency Department coverage

• No APP coverage

• Approximately 8% admission rate

• Physician sleep room available

• Helipad onsite

• Broad specialty support available

• Opportunity well suited for physicians with rural or critical-access Emergency Medicine experience

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

• Provide Emergency Medicine care to adult and pediatric patients

• Independently manage a broad spectrum of acute and emergent conditions

• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments

• Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans

• Order and interpret laboratory testing, imaging, and EKGs

• Lead adult and pediatric resuscitations

• Lead trauma resuscitations and coordinate multidisciplinary teams

• Stabilize critically ill and injured patients

• Determine appropriate disposition, including admission, transfer, or discharge

• Provide complete follow-up and discharge instructions

• Coordinate patient transfers and comply with EMTALA requirements

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation

• Collaborate with nursing, consultants, EMS, and hospital staff

Procedures & Skills

• Intubation

• Advanced airway management

• Chest tube placement

• Central line insertion

• Procedural sedation

• Adult resuscitation

• Pediatric resuscitation

• Orthopedic emergency management

• Trauma resuscitation leadership

• Must be comfortable performing advanced procedures independently

Support & Technology

• OB

• Orthopedics

• ENT

• Urology

• Radiology

• Pediatrics

• Respiratory Therapy onsite

• Helipad onsite

• Physician sleep room

• EMR: Epic

• Must be highly proficient with Epic

Requirements

• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine preferred

• Board Certified Family Medicine physician with significant Emergency Medicine experience may be considered

• Active and unrestricted North Dakota medical license required

• ACLS required

• PALS required

• ATLS required

• DEA registration required

• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Medicine clinical experience required

• Rural Emergency Medicine or Critical Access Hospital experience strongly preferred

• Must be comfortable working independently with limited backup

• Must be proficient in all required emergency and trauma procedures

Credentialing

• Emergency privileges may be available with a clean credentialing file

• New providers must arrive one day prior to their first scheduled shift

• Active North Dakota medical license required

Organization & Team

• Level IV Trauma Center

• Single-physician Emergency Department coverage

• No APP coverage

• Collaborative nursing and specialty support

• Strong emphasis on independent clinical decision-making, stabilization, and appropriate transfer when higher-level care is required

About Jamestown, North Dakota Location & Access: Jamestown is located in central North Dakota along the I-94 corridor, providing convenient access to Fargo, Bismarck, and surrounding communities.

Lifestyle & Community: The area offers a relaxed small-city environment with local restaurants, shopping, community events, and a strong Midwestern atmosphere.

Outdoor Recreation: The region provides opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, hunting, biking, and other seasonal outdoor activities around nearby lakes, rivers, and parks.

Attractions: Jamestown is known for the National Buffalo Museum, Frontier Village, local historical attractions, and access to outdoor destinations throughout central North Dakota.

Quality of Life: Jamestown offers a quieter pace of life, affordable living, and a strong sense of community while maintaining convenient regional access.

What RecruitWell Provides

• A+ rated malpractice coverage

• Weekly direct deposit

• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support

• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance

• Prepaid travel and lodging

RecruitWell's Core Values

• Open communication

• Sense of urgency

• Teamwork

• Accountability

• Driven to win

• Higher consciousness