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JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: Emergency Medicine NP/PAJob Type: Locum TenensLocation: Meridian, MSService Setting: InpatientCoverage Type: Clinical OnlyCoverage Period: 01/01/2026 OngoingClinical Shift Schedule: Flexible schedule (30 MD / 18 NPPA coverage per day) COVERAGE DATESStart Date: January 1, 2026End Date: Open/OngoingCredentialing Timeline: Not specified (anticipated prior to go-live on 12/02/2025) PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Adults and PediatricsAdmissions: Yes, per emergency department workflowPhone Consults: As needed within emergency departmentCase Mix: Broad emergency medicine presentations across full acuity spectrum FACILITY INFORMATION EMR System: EpicOffice Equipment Available: Standard ED setupSpecialty Backup Available: 30 MD coverage dailySupport Staff Available: 18 NPPAs per dayReason for Coverage: Full-time vacancy (new startup with go-live 12/02/2025)Nearest Airport: Meridian Regional Airport (MEI) PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: YesTemporary Privileges Available: Not specifiedCredentialing Timeline: Not specifiedCompliance: Must maintain CME (40 credits), case logs, and supervising protocol in place COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not specified (assumed covered by agency)Contract Type: Fixed, with daily and weekly OT options based on differential structure REQUIRED PROCEDURESEmergency medicine clinical procedures appropriate to APP scope of practiceEvaluation and stabilization of patients presenting with emergent or urgent conditions JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses: Active Mississippi State LicenseBoard:Nurse Practitioner Board Certified through AANP or ANCC (FNP)Physician Assistant Certified through NCCPADEA: Active DEA with Controlled Substance Permit (CSPA)Certifications: ACLS, PALS, and BLS requiredExperience: Prior emergency medicine experience preferredOther Qualifications: Must maintain 40 CME credits, case logs, and supervising protocol DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide comprehensive emergency care to patients across all acuity levelsEvaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical emergenciesPerform procedures within the approved scope of practiceOrder and interpret diagnostic tests and initiate treatment plansUtilize Epic EMR for documentation and coordination of careCollaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary care teamsEnsure adherence to hospital policies, safety protocols, and compliance standards