Emergency Medicine Physician
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Location
Texarkana, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/08/25
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Physician - Emergency Medicine
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Texarkana, Texas
• Service Setting: Emergency Department
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: February 3, 2025 – July 5, 2025 (6+ months assignment)
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 6 AM – 6 PM & 6 PM – 6 AM
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults, Pediatrics
• Annual Volume: Approximately 22,000 patients
• Patient Volume: ~60.27 patients per day
• Case Mix: General Emergency Medicine
FACILITY INFORMATION
• ED Beds: 24
• EMR System: Epic
• Support Staff Available: Physicians and APPs (Advanced Practice Providers, 24-hour daily with some flexibility)
• Specialty Backup Available: Limited onsite specialties; higher acuity cases referred to St. Michael’s main campus
• Scribe Coverage: Not Provided
• Reason for Coverage: Transition of ownership and staffing needs
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes (30-60 days for temporary privileging, expedited if provider has a clean file)
• Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 30-60 days
• Orientation Requirements: 4-hour remote EMR training (mainly offered on Mondays) and in-person hospital orientation with shadow shift
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• General Emergency Medicine procedures
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Texas State License
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, BLS (ATLS can be expired for EM Boarded physicians if previous certification can be shown)
• Experience:
- Must have completed an Emergency Medicine (EM) or Family Medicine (FM) residency
- FM candidates must demonstrate active practice in an Emergency Department setting with a census exceeding 10,000 visits per year within the last two years
• Other Qualifications:
- Board Certification by ABEM, AOBEM, ABFM, ABIM, or equivalent
- Must hold an MD degree
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Deliver high-quality emergency care to patients in a fast-paced environment
• Manage 12-hour shifts, independently handling approximately 60.27 patients per day
• Participate in required orientation and EMR training
• Adhere to hospital protocols and compliance standards
This opportunity is ideal for Emergency Medicine or Family Medicine physicians seeking a locum tenens assignment in a high-volume emergency department with competitive compensation.