Locums Emergency Medicine Physician

A busy Emergency Department in Texas City, Texas is seeking a Locums Emergency Medicine Physician to provide coverage in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment. This opportunity is ideal for physicians who enjoy caring for a broad range of emergency conditions while working alongside an experienced emergency medicine team.

Position Highlights

Schedule: 12-hour day and night shifts

7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Weekday, weekend, and night coverage available

No call required

On-site clinical coverage

Clinical Environment

Average daily census of 55–60 patients

Approximately 2 patients per hour, with occasional higher-volume surges of 8 or more patients in an hour

Diverse patient population with a mix of medical emergencies and traumatic injuries

Collaborative Emergency Department with experienced nursing and clinical support staff

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a wide variety of emergency medical conditions

Perform standard Emergency Department procedures, including:

Endotracheal intubation

Procedural sedation

Fracture reduction and splinting

Chest tube placement

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Laceration repair

Incision and drainage (I&D)

Central venous line placement

Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic evaluations

Stabilize critically ill or injured patients and coordinate specialty care when necessary

Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic medical record

Common Cases

Physicians will primarily manage:

Chest pain

Abdominal pain

Shortness of breath

Falls

Motor vehicle collisions

Sports-related injuries

Other routine emergency medical and trauma presentations

Severe or penetrating trauma is uncommon.

Qualifications

ABEM Board Certification preferred

Strong, experienced Emergency Medicine physicians with other appropriate training and significant ED experience will also be considered

Active Texas medical license or ability to obtain licensure

Current DEA registration

ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and BLS certifications, as required

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