Physician - Emergency Medicine

2 months ago

Fort Defiance, ArizonaContractEmergency Medicine

✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

This is a 10-day locum tenens Emergency Medicine physician assignment in Fort Defiance, Arizona starting February 9, 2026. Provide high-quality emergency care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver acute care to emergent patients.
Perform assessments, diagnostics, and treatment plans.
Stabilize patients with traumatic injuries or acute illnesses.
Collaborate with nursing and medical staff.
Document patient encounters per facility standards.

Requirements

Valid Arizona medical license.
Board certification not specified.
Flexibility and adaptability to emergency environment.

Benefits & Compensation

Strong compensation.
Travel-related expenses covered.
A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided.
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities.

Work Schedule

10-day locum assignment.
Schedule details not specified.
Call, weekend, and night requirements not specified.

Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Emergency Medicine at Barton Associates - The Locum Tenens Jobs & Staffing Leader a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Emergency Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Emergency Medicine position at Barton Associates - The Locum Tenens Jobs & Staffing Leader is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Emergency Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $350k, with the typical range spanning $270k to $450k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Fort Defiance, Arizona.

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6.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Top 50%