Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Bay City, MI

 We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician for a 45-day locum tenens assignment in Michigan. The assignment begins on September 12, 2025, and involves working various shifts ranging from 9 to 10 hours, with the possibility of 12-hour shifts. The physician will be responsible for providing comprehensive emergency care in a hospital setting, handling a wide range of cases including adult and pediatric outpatient care, newborn resuscitation, orthopedic procedures, psychiatric evaluations, and various emergency-related procedures. This position offers a diverse schedule and the opportunity for extension.

Job Details:

Location: Michigan

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: September 12, 2025

LOA: 45 days

Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician

Schedule: Various shifts (9-10 hours, possibility of 12 hours) including day, evening, and night shifts

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide emergency medical care to patients of all ages

• Perform adult and pediatric outpatient care

• Conduct newborn resuscitations when necessary

• Manage non-displaced fractures and perform minor orthopedic procedures

• Suture minor lacerations and perform incision and drainage procedures

• Evaluate and treat uncomplicated psychiatric cases for adults, children/adolescents, and geriatric patients

• Diagnose and manage common industrial-related medical problems

• Establish and maintain airways, managing ventilation for up to 24 hours without pulmonary consultation

• Evaluate and manage acute volume and blood pressure issues

• Insert central and arterial lines

• Interpret EKGs

• Perform various procedures including arthrocentesis, lumbar puncture, and paracentesis

• Conduct other emergency medicine-related procedures as needed

Additional Information:

• Must be licensed to practice in Michigan

• Experience with Cerner EMR system preferred

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends

• Strong clinical skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills essential

Apply now to learn more!

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.

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database. 

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients. 

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

*Travel the United States and see new places.
*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
*Set your own schedule.
*Earn more money than permanent providers.
*Experience new practice settings.
*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!