Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Amarillo, TX

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Amarillo, TX
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 2 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Amarillo, Texas Emergency Medicine Physician Locum Tenens Opportunity
High-Acuity Regional Emergency Medicine • Level III Trauma • Epic EMR • Extensive Specialty Support

Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking experienced, Emergency Medicine residency-trained physicians for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity in Amarillo, Texas .

This is an opportunity to practice meaningful, high-acuity Emergency Medicine within a major regional hospital serving communities throughout the Texas Panhandle and surrounding tri-state area. Physicians manage a broad spectrum of medical, surgical, pediatric, and trauma presentations within a well-resourced department supported by substantial physician and APP coverage, dedicated scribes, advanced diagnostics, and comprehensive specialty consultation.
With day, swing, and night shifts available—and approximately 30 shifts requiring coverage each month—this assignment offers both significant scheduling flexibility and the opportunity to establish a consistent long-term practice.

Opportunity Highlights

• Amarillo, Texas
• Ongoing Locum Tenens Coverage
• Long-Term Assignment
• Days, Swings, and Nights Available
• Approximately 30 Shifts Available Monthly
• Level III Trauma Center
• Approximately 54,000 Annual ED Visits
• 49-Bed Emergency Department
• Epic EMR
• Physician + APP Staffing Model
• Scribes Provided
• Extensive Adult and Pediatric Specialty Backup
• APP Supervision Responsibilities

Flexible Shift Options
Coverage is available across a range of 10-hour shifts:

• 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
• 7:00 PM – 5:00 AM
• 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM

This staggered model provides meaningful overlap during peak arrival periods while creating options for physicians who prefer traditional days, evening swings, or overnight practice.

Emergency Department Profile

• Approximately 54,000 annual visits
• 49 ED treatment beds
• Approximately 2.1 patients per hour
• Approximately 31% admission rate
• Level III Trauma designation
• High-acuity regional patient population
• Substantial physician and APP coverage
• Scribe support available
• Epic EMR

Approximately 60 hours of daily physician coverage, extensive specialty support, high clinical acuity, and access to advanced laboratory resources.

Clinical Scope
Physicians manage a diverse range of emergency presentations, including:

• Adult and pediatric emergencies
• Trauma evaluation and stabilization
• Cardiac and neurologic emergencies
• Respiratory illness and failure
• Sepsis and other critical medical presentations
• Abdominal and surgical emergencies
• Orthopedic injuries
• Behavioral health emergencies
• Resuscitation and procedural Emergency Medicine
• Admissions, observation decisions, and interfacility transfers
• Supervision and collaboration with Advanced Practice Providers

The combination of significant admission volume, regional referrals, and Level III trauma responsibilities provides the clinical variety experienced Emergency Medicine physicians expect from a major regional program.

Practice Environment
Physicians practice within a modern Emergency Department supported by:

• Experienced emergency nursing teams
• Advanced Practice Providers
• Dedicated physician scribes
• Advanced onsite laboratory capabilities
• Surgical suites and cardiac catheterization resources
• Comprehensive inpatient and specialty consultation
• Broad pediatric specialty availability
• Epic documentation and order-management workflows

Candidate Requirements

• MD or DO
• Emergency Medicine residency trained
• ABEM or AOBEM Board Certified
• Board Eligible candidates considered within five years of residency completion
• Active Texas medical license strongly preferred
• Current ACLS
• Current PALS
• One or more years of recent Emergency Medicine experience
• Comfortable supervising and collaborating with APPs
• Available for a combination of day, swing, or night coverage

Why Emergency Physicians Move on This Opportunity

• High-acuity regional Emergency Medicine
• Level III trauma practice
• Broad adult and pediatric pathology
• Approximately 31% admission rate
• Comprehensive specialty backup
• Significant physician and APP staffing
• Scribes provided
• Epic EMR
• Six shift options across days, swings, and nights
• Approximately 30 shifts available monthly
• Long-term scheduling potential
• Opportunity to become a consistent member of an established EM program

Discover Amarillo
Amarillo offers a distinctive combination of affordable living, straightforward travel, and access to the wide-open landscapes of the Texas Panhandle. Physicians can explore Palo Duro Canyon, local arts and dining, historic Route 66, and year-round outdoor recreation while practicing in a regional medical hub serving patients across a large geographic area.

Why Physicians Choose Rhino Medical

• Weekly Direct Deposit
• AAA-Rated Professional Liability Coverage
• Concierge Credentialing Support
• Dedicated Physician Recruiter
• Travel and Lodging Coordination
• Transparent Communication
• Long-Term Relationship Focus

Emergency Medicine physicians seeking substantial clinical variety, strong specialty support, flexible shift options, and reliable long-term locums scheduling are encouraged to apply.

Submit your updated CV today to discuss current and upcoming Amarillo coverage.
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