Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
Location: Eagle Pass, TX
Job Type: Locum tenens
Company: Optigy
Category: Emergency Medicine
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Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) - Locum Tenens
Optigy is actively seeking skilled and experienced Advanced Practice Providers for an Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) position. This locum tenens opportunity is located in Eagle Pass, TX, and provides a dynamic and rewarding environment for professionals passionate about delivering high-quality emergency care. As an Emergency Medicine NP/PA, you will be an integral part of a collaborative healthcare team operating within a Level IV Trauma Center. Our facility serves a diverse patient population and offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in an area recognized for its welcoming community and professional growth opportunities.
The Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) role at Optigy is ideal for providers who value flexibility, teamwork, and clinical excellence. The position offers a flexible schedule, daily and weekly overtime potential, and access to a stable, supportive medical and nursing staff. You will benefit from robust backup support across multiple specialties, including OB/GYN, ENT, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Family Practice, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Urology, Anesthesiology, Hyperbaric Medicine, Pulmonology, and Wound Care. The department is equipped with 101 beds, including 14 dedicated emergency department beds, and utilizes the T-System for efficient electronic documentation.
Providers in this Emergency Medicine NP/PA position will be responsible for high-acuity and general emergency cases, delivering comprehensive patient assessment, treatment, and care coordination. You will work 12-hour shifts, with coverage from noon to midnight, alongside scribe assistance to optimize workflow and patient throughput. Scheduling is planned well in advance, allowing for work-life balance and personal flexibility. The open-ended assignment provides ongoing opportunities for those interested in long-term locum tenens arrangements, with credentialing processes streamlined to approximately 24 days for a timely start.
Candidates must possess an active Texas Medical License, a valid DEA registration for Texas, and maintain relevant national certifications. Nurse Practitioners should hold either ANCC or AANP certification, while Physician Assistants must have NCCPA certification. Additionally, up-to-date certifications in ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and NRP are required. Prior experience in Emergency Medicine is highly preferred, and candidates should be prepared to provide CME and case logs for the past two years as part of the credentialing process. Professional attire or scrubs is acceptable attire in the workplace.
By joining Optigy as an Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) in Eagle Pass, TX, you will be part of a dedicated team that values clinical excellence, compassionate care, and continuous improvement. The region offers a unique blend of professional challenges and the satisfaction of serving a diverse community in a supportive setting. If you are ready to advance your career and make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply for this locum tenens opportunity by clicking the job application button below.
Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) - Summary- Locum tenens role for Advanced Practice Providers in Emergency Medicine
- Based in Eagle Pass, TX
- Level IV Trauma Center serving a diverse patient population
- Flexible scheduling and stable, supportive clinical environment
- Deliver emergency medical care and assessment for patients of all ages
- Work 12-hour shifts (noon to midnight) with scribe support
- Utilize the T-System for electronic medical documentation
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and access comprehensive backup services
- Participate in ongoing quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Maintain current CME and case logs as required
- Adhere to professional dress code (scrubs or professional attire)
- Competitive hourly compensation: $120/hour
- Daily overtime after 12 hours, weekly overtime after 168 hours
- Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
- Supportive clinical and administrative team
- Opportunity for ongoing assignments with open-ended start date
- Active Texas Medical License
- Valid Texas DEA registration
- NP: ANCC/AANP Certification
- PA: NCCPA Certification
- Current certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, NRP
- Emergency Medicine experience preferred
- Ability to provide CME and case logs for the past two years
- Experienced in emergency medicine settings
- Demonstrates adaptability, strong clinical judgment, and effective communication skills
- Values teamwork, patient-centered care, and continuous learning
- Comfortable with flexible scheduling and open to ongoing locum tenens assignments
- Credentialing process averages 24 days for timely onboarding
- Assignment start date is December 1, 2025, with open-ended duration
- Department volume: approximately 14,700 annual ED visits
- Facility includes 101 total beds, with 14 dedicated ED beds
- Comprehensive specialty backup services available
- Located in Eagle Pass, TX, an area offering a welcoming and vibrant community
To take the next step in your career as an Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA), click the job application button and join a team dedicated to excellence in emergency care.
Optigy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).