Emergency Medicine Physician (EM Physician)
Location: Corsicana, Texas
Job Type: Locums
Company: Optigy Group
Salary: $0 Per Hour
Category: Physician
Job Description Apply Now
The role of an Emergency Medicine Physician (EM Physician) is vital in the dynamic and fast-paced environment of a community hospital setting. This position requires a skilled medical professional to deliver high-quality emergency care to patients presenting with a wide range of acute medical issues. As an EM Physician, you will join a dedicated team providing crucial services in a 14-bed emergency department within a 162-bed community hospital. This hospital is designated as a Level 4 trauma center and experiences an annual patient volume of approximately 21,000, offering a challenging and rewarding practice environment.
This full-time role requires coverage for both day and night shifts, with typical shifts running from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The facility supports a robust emergency medicine team, including medical assistants (MA), registered nurses (RN), nurse practitioners (NP), and physician assistants (PA). Specialty backup is available on call, ensuring comprehensive care for all emergency cases. The support staff and services include ambulatory care, obstetrics, surgery, emergency department, and medical/surgical care, promoting collaboration and coordinated patient management.
As an Emergency Medicine Physician, you will be expected to perform all standard emergency room procedures, utilizing the Medhost electronic medical records (EMR) system for efficient patient documentation and information sharing. The position requires board certification in emergency medicine or an equivalent pathway, such as American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) with at least two years of emergency department experience. Active state medical licensure or eligibility through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC), as well as an active DEA license (or willingness to transfer), are required. In addition, certifications in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are mandatory.
The Emergency Medicine Physician role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, supportive, and patient-focused environment with the added benefit of travel expenses covered by the hospital. Credentialing and onboarding are expedited to support an immediate start, allowing you to quickly integrate and begin making a meaningful impact on patient care. The community hospital is committed to providing high-quality services to its diverse patient population and values the expertise and compassion that emergency medicine professionals bring to their team.
Working as an Emergency Medicine Physician in this region offers a unique blend of professional development and community engagement. The area is recognized for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to healthcare excellence, providing an environment where medical professionals can thrive and grow in their careers while making a significant contribution to public health.
If you are a board-certified emergency medicine physician ready to join a dynamic healthcare team and deliver exceptional care in a well-resourced community hospital setting, we encourage you to apply today by clicking the application button below. Take the next step in your career and become an integral part of a dedicated emergency medicine team serving a vibrant community.
Emergency Medicine Physician (EM Physician) - Summary- Provide acute and emergency medical care in a busy community hospital emergency department.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, advanced practice providers, and specialty backup.
- Deliver care in a Level 4 trauma center with an annual emergency department census of approximately 21,000.
- Utilize Medhost EMR for patient care documentation.
- Expedited credentialing and onboarding for immediate start.
- Conduct initial patient assessments and provide stabilizing care for emergency cases.
- Perform all standard ER procedures, including trauma and resuscitation protocols.
- Coordinate with specialty backup and ancillary services as needed.
- Document all patient interactions, diagnoses, and treatments in the EMR.
- Collaborate with medical assistants, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to ensure comprehensive care.
- Adhere to hospital policies and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
- Competitive compensation package (details provided during the interview process).
- Hospital covers all travel expenses related to assignment.
- Expedited onboarding and credentialing process.
- Access to hospital resources and continued professional development opportunities.
- Board certification in Emergency Medicine (ABEM), or ABIM/ABFM with at least 2 years of emergency department experience.
- Active state medical license or eligibility through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC).
- Active DEA license in state or willingness to transfer credentials.
- Current certifications: ATLS, ACLS, and PALS.
- Experience with Medhost EMR preferred.
- Demonstrates clinical excellence in emergency medicine and rapid decision-making skills.
- Flexible to cover both day and night shifts, committed to patient-centered care.
- Strong communicator, able to work collaboratively with hospital staff and specialty backup.
- Motivated to provide high-quality care in a community hospital setting.
- Adaptable to the fast-paced nature of emergency medicine.
- This Emergency Medicine Physician (EM Physician) position provides an excellent opportunity for professional development in a supportive community hospital environment.
- Credentialing is expedited to ensure a swift start for qualified candidates.
- The hospital is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its hiring practices and work environment.
- EEO Statement: The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Apply now to become an essential part of a respected emergency medicine team and make a real difference in patient care.