Emergency medicine assignments you will want to renew
We connect emergency medicine physicians with 1099 locum tenens opportunities at some of the most prestigious health systems across the U.S.
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Renewal rate
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Clinician referral rate
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On-time start rate
Eligibility
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Experienced emergency medicine physicians ready for a 1099 locum tenens assignment, short or long-term.
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Employed W2 emergency medicine physicians exploring independent contract work alongside or instead of a permanent role.
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Minimum 1 year of experience as an emergency medicine physician in a permanent role.
We place emergency medicine physicians across:
- General emergency medicine
- Pediatric emergency medicine
- Trauma and critical care
- Rural emergency department coverage
- Urgent care coverage
What working 1099 looks like
As a 1099 emergency medicine physician, you’re an independent contractor: paid per contract. Some physicians work this way for years. Others use it to fill gaps between longer-term commitments, or to test a health system before considering a permanent role there.
Find available positions
At Ark, we focus on people, not transactions. Because we focus on relationships rather than transactions, our clinician acceptance rate is 95% and our renewal rate is 90%. We deliver more than a promise: we are the partner hospitals trust to show up, and clinicians trust to stand behind them.
Why work as a locum emergency medicine physician with Ark Staffing?
One voice, one advocate
One dedicated account manager is your single point of contact from first call to final shift. That same open, transparent communication runs to the hospital too, so what you agreed to and what the client expects never drift apart.
Credentialing and licensing, handled
Our credentialing team manages the paperwork and timelines so you’re not chasing down credentials solo or navigating new certifications alone. It’s a direct reason assignments start on time instead of getting stuck in process.
Specialists, not generalists
We work exclusively in anesthesia, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, radiology, pediatrics, and GI, so the person credentialing and matching you actually understands your specialty’s requirements.
A record you can check
Zero malpractice claims across 2M+ clinical hours. A 98% on-time start rate. Ask about our tail insurance.
Assignments built to renew
A 90% renewal rate means hospitals want you back, not a new schedule search after every assignment.
Referred by other physicians
60% of our placements come from a physician referral.
Find Your Fit
Where you’ll work
We staff emergency medicine locum tenens assignments in metro and rural hospitals, freestanding EDs, and urgent care centers that need coverage without a full-time hire.
FAQs
What does it mean to work as a 1099 emergency medicine physician?
You’re an independent contractor rather than a hospital employee. You’re paid per contract, you manage your own taxes, and you choose which assignments to accept.
Do locum tenens emergency medicine assignments include malpractice coverage?
Yes, coverage is arranged as part of the assignment. We’ll confirm the specific terms for any role before you accept it.
How long do locum emergency medicine assignments typically run?
It varies. Some are short-term coverage for a leave or an open req, others run months and get renewed. Given our 90% renewal rate, a “short-term” assignment often turns into something longer if it’s a good fit on both sides. We also offer 1099 to perm transition support if that is of interest to you.
Can a locum emergency medicine assignment turn into a permanent job?
It can. Some physicians use a 1099 assignment as a working interview for a health system they’d consider joining permanently.
Why is demand for locum emergency medicine physicians growing right now?
Rural emergency departments and hospitals transitioning away from third-party physician groups increasingly need immediate, ongoing coverage. Locum emergency medicine work exists to bridge exactly that gap, which is why physicians have more 1099 assignment options today.
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We’ve handled 30-day emergency notices, full vendor replacements, and program rebuilds from the ground up. Whatever your situation, we’ve got your back.
