Job Details

Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice
Location: Fort Polk, LA
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Family Practice MD in Fort Polk, Louisiana, 71459!

Job Quick Facts

• Specialty: General Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Fort Polk, LA
• Service Setting: Outpatient
• Reason for Need: Supplemental
• Coverage Period: ASAP - Ongoing
• Coverage Type: Clinical only
• Shift Schedule: 2 days per week; PRN
- Half day (4 hrs) or
- Full day (8 hrs)
• Duties/Skills:
- Perform one-time non-treatment Compensation & Pension Exams & Separation Health Assessments.
- Familiar w/ Musculoskeletal, Diabetes & Cardio; Use of Goniometer required.
- Proficient in METs testing, evaluating & diagnosing respiratory & cardiovascular.
- No prescribing, no treatment.
• Other Info:
- Willing to accept: FM/IM/Orthopedic Surg/anyone w/ General Med OR compensation & pension experience.
- Exams are primarily interview-based w/ some physical assessment (range of motion testing, muscle strength testing)
- Training shall be provided for all Reporting/Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
- Evaluations to be completed in VES' provider portal
- Follow-up admin work will be req on a regular basis (addendums, medical opinions & reading diagnostics); Unpaid.
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance Covered

Requirements:
• Active LA license
• BC
• Own a laptop (No MACs/Apple products)
• DMA Certification/willing to obtain
• Proficient in METs testing, evaluating & diagnosing respiratory & cardiovascular.
• With own office within 50 miles of the location
• CV w/ current home address listed
• Self-Query NPDB (pulled within 30 days)
• Copy of ECFMG cert (if attended school in a diff country)

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Avoid the hassle of permanent relocation by taking on temporary assignments in various locations, experiencing different communities without long-term commitment.
2. Embrace a culture of lifelong learning and professional development in locum assignments, continually seeking opportunities to expand knowledge, skills, and expertise throughout your career journey.
3. Experience diverse medical settings, patient demographics, and clinical challenges, enriching your professional expertise.
4. Maintain a healthier equilibrium between work and personal life, avoiding burnout and stress.
5. Work in environments that prioritize ethical practice standards and patient advocacy, upholding professional integrity and moral principles in healthcare delivery.

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