Emergency Medicine Physician

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title : Physician - Emergency Medicine

Job Type : Locum Tenens

Location : Texarkana, Texas

Service Setting : Emergency Department (Level IV Trauma Center)

Coverage Type : Clinical Only

Coverage Period : February 3, 2025 August 2, 2025 (6+ months assignment)

Clinical Shift Schedule : 12-hour shifts, 7 AM 7 PM & 7 PM 7 AM

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics : Adults, Pediatrics

Annual Volume : Approximately 10,400 patients

Patient Volume : 28.5 patients per day

EMS Percentage : 12.6%

Admitted Patients : 5.3%

Case Mix : General Emergency Medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION

Trauma Level : Level IV

ED Beds : 10

EMR System : Epic

Support Staff Available : Physicians Only (No NP / PA coverage)

Specialty Backup Available : Limited

Reason for Coverage : Staffing needs for consistent coverage

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

No NP / PA coverage, so must manage all cases independently

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 :

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver high-quality emergency care to patients in a fast-paced environment

Manage 12-hour shifts, independently handling approximately 28.5 patients per day

Participate in required orientation and EMR training

Adhere to hospital protocols and compliance standards

This opportunity is perfect for experienced Emergency Medicine or Family Medicine physicians looking for a locum tenens assignment in a supportive environment with competitive compensation.

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