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Emergency Medicine Travel Physician

TeamHealth · Employer

Emergency Medicine Gulfport, MS Locums Hospital
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This is a regional "Special Operations" Emergency Medicine physician role based out of Sunrise, Florida — a traveling clinical coverage position that places you across multiple credentialed emergency department sites within a defined geographic region. Rather than the uncertainty of traditional locum tenens, this role offers consistent full-time work with elite compensation, full travel and accommodation coverage, and the backing of a national emergency medicine network. It is purpose-built for the adaptable, high-performing EM physician who thrives in varied clinical environments and wants the lifestyle of travel without the instability of agency locums.

Perks and Benefits

  • Elite compensation package — structured for full-time, consistent clinical engagement across regional sites
  • Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
  • All travel and accommodations paid
  • Blocked time off built into the scheduling model
  • Superb licensing and credentialing support across all assigned client sites
  • CME access and professional development resources through a dedicated physician education institute
  • Leadership development pathway available
  • LiveWell WorkLife concierge program for personal and professional support
  • Patient safety organization membership and support of a national emergency medicine expert network

Practice Highlights

  • Credentialed simultaneously at multiple emergency medicine sites within a defined regional footprint
  • Functions as a clinical "top gun" — deployed to cover high-acuity or high-need situations across client EDs
  • Full-time, consistent scheduling — a structured alternative to traditional locum tenens with predictable work volume
  • Requires flexibility and willingness to travel within the assigned region as the core operational expectation
  • Supported by a national network of emergency medicine specialists for clinical consultation and peer collaboration
  • Access to a patient safety organization framework, reinforcing quality and risk management across all sites
  • Strong team-based culture — communication skills and collaborative attitude are central to the role

Qualifications

  • Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
  • Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
  • Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain; willingness to obtain licensure at additional regional sites as required
  • Demonstrated adaptability across varied clinical environments and patient populations
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; team-oriented approach to clinical coverage
  • Ability and willingness to travel regularly within the assigned regional footprint

About the Community

Sunrise is a well-established city in Broward County, situated between Fort Lauderdale and the western suburbs of Miami — offering immediate access to South Florida's world-class beaches, year-round warm climate, and a vibrant dining and cultural scene. The region is home to top-rated schools, diverse neighborhoods, and no state income tax, making it a financially attractive base for physicians. With Miami International and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International airports both within easy reach, regional travel from this hub is seamless — a practical advantage for a role built around mobility.