Emergency Medicine Physician

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician

• Job Type: Locum Tenens

• Location: Laredo, TX

• Service Setting: Inpatient

• Coverage Type: Clinical Only

• Coverage Period: 10/06/2025 Ongoing

• Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible Schedule

COVERAGE DATES

• 10/06/2025 Ongoing

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Adults and Geriatrics

• Admissions: Yes

• Phone Consults: As Needed

• Case Mix: General Emergency Medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Trauma Level: Level II (typical for regional facility; confirm if different)

• Specialty Backup Available: Yes Multiple Specialties

• Support Staff Available: RNs, APPs, and Allied Health Staff

• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

• Temporary Privileges Available: TBD

• Credentialing Timeline: TBD (standard emergency medicine credentialing range days)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Full scope of Emergency Medicine procedures

• ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications required (ATLS current not required for ABEM-certified physicians)

• Annual requirement: 9 hours of Stroke CME and 9 hours of Trauma CME

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active Texas Medical License and DEA (with TX address)

• Board: Board Certified in ABEM, ABFM, or ABIM (or osteopathic equivalents)

• DEA: Active Texas DEA required

• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, and PALS required

• Experience: Residency trained in Emergency Medicine or relevant specialty

• Other Qualifications: CME and case logs for past 2 years; copies of all diplomas, SS card, driver s license, and photo required for MSO submission

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care for patients presenting to the ED

• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic conditions in an emergency setting

• Coordinate with nursing and support staff for efficient patient throughput

• Document all encounters accurately within the EMR system

• Participate in emergency response and trauma activations as required

Permanent