Emergency Medicine Physician

Board-certified Emergency Medicine Physician needed for a high-volume locum tenens opportunity in the Independence, MO area. Independence offers a welcoming community with convenient access to Kansas City metro amenities, making it a practical and appealing place to work. Join a busy emergency department in the Kansas City metro and deliver high-acuity patient care in a fast-paced, rewarding setting. Apply now for this flexible Emergency Medicine physician job with competitive weekly pay.

• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Position Type: Locum tenens physician job
• Location: Independence, Missouri (Kansas City metro area)
• Start Date: 10/17/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts
• Schedule: Day, evening, and night coverage with weekend flexibility
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,420 - $7,610

• Board certified in ABEM or AOBEM
• Minimum of 1 year of Emergency Medicine experience preferred
• Current ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certification
• Strong experience with standard emergency department procedures
• Ability to work flexible physician shifts, including days, nights, and weekends
• Comfort managing a broad mix of emergency, trauma, and acute care cases

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients in the emergency department
• Provide timely care for a high-acuity, high-volume patient population
• Manage a broad range of emergency medicine and trauma-related complaints
• Perform standard emergency department procedures as needed
• Collaborate with onsite clinical staff to support efficient patient flow and quality care
• Work effectively across varying shift times in a fast-paced emergency medicine environment

Join our healthcare team today and take the next step in your Emergency Medicine career in Independence, Missouri.

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.