Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Job in Rosebud, South Dakota

• Position Type: Locum Tenens
• Recruited Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Does the Physician Need To Be Trained In Specialty Being Recruited: No
• State License Required: No
• Terms of Locums Assignment: Long Term (More than 2 months)
• How soon does the position need to be filled: 1-3 months

About the Facility – Rosebud Hospital (RBH)
As a 35-bed comprehensive medical/surgical hospital located in Rosebud, South Dakota, it has an active obstetric and pediatric department. The Rosebud HIS Hospital offers a full range of services, including dental, vision, and 24-hour ambulance services. The hospital and several field clinics are staffed by physicians, nurse/midwives, and physician assistants. An optical department and dental care are also offered. The hospital is the primary source of healthcare for the Rosebud Sioux people, who reside across 20 communities, some of which lie outside the boundaries of the reservation.

Facility Address: 800 Hospital Drive Rosebud, South Dakota 57570

This position requires oversight as the Emergency Department Director to the following hospital:

Rosebud Hospital (RBH) – Rosebud, South Dakota.

• Annual ED patient volume: 14,800.

ED Physician Director: RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to):
The Emergency Director Physician is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of the emergency department, ensure high-quality patient care, and managing the medical staff. Key responsibilities:

• Provide medical care to patients in the emergency department, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Manage the medical staff in the emergency department, including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve the quality of care provided in the emergency department.
• Monitor and evaluate performance metrics, such as patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, and staff productivity.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and lead performance improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including those related to patient safety and infection control.
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including nursing staff, pharmacists, and social workers, to provide comprehensive care to patients.
• Communicate with patients and their families to explain diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to medical staff, promoting professional development and a positive work environment.
• Collaborate with hospital administrators and other physicians to ensure efficient and effective use of resources in the emergency department.

ED Physician Director: REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a medical degree, a Doctor of Medicine of Doctor of Osteopathy.
• Active, full, and unrestricted medical license.
• Must be board certified in Emergency Medicine.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in Emergency Medicine.
• Must have previous management or leadership experience.
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
• Shall have knowledge of regulatory standards and quality improvement methodologies.
• Shall have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions:
The Emergency Director Physician will work primarily in a hospital setting, with frequent interaction with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. This position may require working irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The Emergency Director Physician may also be required to respond to emergencies and provide on-call support as needed.

• Location of Medical Training: American Medical Graduate (AMG), Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG)
• Medical Training Type: Allopathic (MD), Osteopathic (DO)
• Board Certification: Board Certified, Board Eligible
• Work Status Requirements: US Citizen