Locum Emergency Medicine Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Emergency Medicine Physician
• Setting: Acute care hospital Emergency Department
• Assignment length: 13 weeks
• Coverage: Scheduled shifts (no call)
• Schedule: 5 days/week, 8-hour shifts (06:00–18:00)
• Start date: 01-04-27
• Compensation: $260/hr–$285/hr

Description

Provide prompt, comprehensive emergency care by assessing patients, diagnosing and stabilizing life-threatening conditions, and developing treatment plans for acute medical and surgical emergencies. Perform emergency procedures as needed, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and document care accurately. Maintain calm, professional communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments (history, physical exams, diagnostic tests)
• Diagnose and stabilize life-threatening emergencies
• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute medical and surgical conditions
• Perform emergency procedures (e.g., suturing, wound care, splinting)
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, CT scans)
• Prescribe medications and manage pain
• Communicate and coordinate care with patients, families, and clinicians
• Document patient care accurately in the medical record

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board certification in emergency, internal, or family medicine (ABEM/ABIM/ABFM or AOA)
• Active, unrestricted Texas medical license
• Preferably at least 1 year of experience in an emergency department

Benefits

• Competitive, transparent locum tenens pay
• Travel and lodging coverage
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support
• In-house credentialing and licensing support
• Dedicated application and assignment support
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management