We are seeking a board-certified Emergency Medicine Physician for a locum tenens assignment at a critical access hospital in Nebraska. This opportunity offers flexible night shift coverage, typically 3-6 shifts per month, starting from 03/02/2026 The ideal candidate will be comfortable working autonomously in a rural setting, handling a wide range of acute care needs for a demographic of 30,000 in a 50-mile radius. The role involves managing various ER cases, including urgent care-type presentations, and collaborating with the medical-surgical unit for patient care and transfers.
Job Details:
Location: Nebraska
Facility Type: Critical Access Hospital
Start Date: 03/02/2026
LOA: 9 days with potential for extension
Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician
Schedule: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, 3-6 shifts per month (flexible based on provider availability)
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide emergency medical care in a 3-bay, 6-exam room ER setting
• Manage a variety of acute care needs, including skin infections, toothaches, labor and delivery, chest and abdominal pain, broken bones, sprains, and other ER cases
• Handle approximately 80% urgent care-type cases triaged in the ER
• Work autonomously and make decisions regarding patient care and transfers
• Collaborate with medical-surgical unit and house supervisor for patient management and medication orders
• Adapt to potentially extended length of stays when necessary
• Maintain proper documentation and adhere to hospital protocols
Additional Information:
• Must be licensed in Nebraska
• Comfortable working in a rural healthcare setting
• Ability to handle a wide acuity of cases
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required
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Benefits:
• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
We are seeking a board-certified Neurosurgeon for an 8-day locum tenens emergency call assignment at a Trauma Center in Ohio. Starting Jan 23, 2026, this role involves 24-hour call coverage focused on spinal and cranial emergencies, with varied call volume and low weekly case counts.
Job Details
Location: OhioFacility Type: Trauma CenterStart Date: Jan 23, 2026LOA: 8 daysProvider Type Needed: NeurosurgeonSchedule: 24-hour call shifts, Jan 23, 7am - Jan 27, 7am and Jan 29, 7am - Feb 2, 7amResponsibilities and Duties
Provide 24-hour emergency call coverage for spinal and cranial casesRespond to urgent neurosurgical consults and emergencies as neededPerform surgical interventions for spinal and cranial traumaTumor removal is a plus but not requiredCollaborate with rounding RN and PA support staff during weekday hoursMonitor and round on 10-12 patients daily for ongoing care and post-operative follow-upSubmit 24 case logs from the past 24 months as part of credentialingAdditional Information
Must have active Ohio medical licenseBoard certification in Neurological Surgery requiredExperience in both spinal and cranial procedures necessaryEmergency call only; no scheduled elective casesLow volume: 0-6 cases per weekSupport staff offer minimal assistance during weekdays due to clinic responsibilitiesBenefits
Strong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical malpractice insurance providedDedicated recruiter for future travel opportunitiesWhat are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
