Emergency Medicine Physician – Walla Walla, WA | Inpatient Coverage | Starting 07/21/2026
Looking for an immediate opportunity to work at a reputable facility in Walla Walla, Washington? Enjoy flexible shifts, competitive pay, and supportive team environment while making a meaningful impact on patient care. This position offers variable shift times, guaranteed hours, and a collaborative community ED setting perfect for experienced emergency medicine providers.
Quick Facts
- Location: 401 West Poplar Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362
- Start Date: 07/21/2026
- End Date/Duration: Ongoing, with 3-week per month coverage
- Shift Schedule: Variable (see below)
- Shift Times: 6a-4p, 8a-6p, 12p-10p, 3p-1a, 9p-6a
- Hours/Week: 10 hours/day, approximately 11-15 shifts per month
- Employment Type: Contract / Locum Tenens
- Required Licenses/Certifications: WA Medical License (active), DEA, ABEM Certification
- Experience: Prior emergency medicine experience preferred
- Pay Rate: $1.00/hour
- Pay & Benefits:
- Competitive pay package
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical insurance (W-2)
- Paid sick time in compliance with laws
- Licensure, travel, and other reimbursements as applicable
- Robust referral bonus program
- Additional incentives for night shifts ($25/hour)
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-quality emergency medicine care in a busy community ED
- Cover inpatient shifts with a flexible schedule and variable shift times
- Conduct initial assessments, diagnoses, and develop treatment plans for emergency patients
- Collaborate with a team of board-certified emergency physicians
- Document all patient encounters accurately and timely using EPIC EMR
- Manage trauma levels (Level 3), including stroke activation and cardiac cases
- Participate in educational activities and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain compliance with hospital protocols and state licensing requirements
What You Need
- Current, active medical license in Washington State
- Board certified or eligible in Emergency Medicine
- DEA license
- Minimum of 11-15 shifts per month; availability for variable hours
- Ability to return privileges within 1-2 business days
- Clean record without NPDB reports or red flags
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
About the Assignment
Join a community hospital with an annual volume of over 30,000 patients. The facility has 22 beds, including hallway and transfer beds, and provides a dedicated, supportive environment for emergency providers. Staffed with board-certified physicians, the ED maintains coverage with varying levels of provider availability, including tele-stroke and 24/7 cardiac cath lab access. The facility is a Level 3 trauma center, offering a dynamic and rewarding environment for emergency medicine professionals.
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