Physician - Emergency Medicine
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- ID: 211839
- Published November 11, 2025
- Job ID 211839
- Job Title Physician - Emergency Medicine
- Clinician Type Physician
- Specialty Emergency Medicine
- State TX
- Duration 12 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician for a 12-week locum tenens assignment at a critical access facility in Texas. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, offering 24-hour solo coverage shifts with a minimum commitment of four 24-hour shifts per month. The position requires independent coverage experience, with trauma and rural healthcare backgrounds highly preferred.
Job Details
- Location: Texas
- Facility Type: Critical Access Hospital
- Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
- LOA: 12 weeks
- Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician
- Schedule: 24-hour shifts (7a-7a); minimum of four 24-hour shifts per month; exact schedule determined post-credentialing
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide solo coverage for a hospital with an emergency department and a swing floor
- Perform all lifesaving procedures including intubation, extubation, and ventilation management
- Conduct history and physical examinations (H&P)
- Manage emergency codes and acute medical situations
- Coordinate care with limited in-house specialists; clinic-based specialists available
- Utilize 24/7 lab and X-ray resources
- Collaborate with transfer centers as needed for higher-level care
Additional Information
- Active Texas medical license required
- Trauma and independent coverage experience highly preferred
- Rural healthcare experience highly preferred
- EMR: Cerner
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.