A community-based Emergency Department in Houston, Texas is seeking a Locums Emergency Medicine Physician for an ongoing assignment. This opportunity is ideal for physicians who enjoy practicing in a lower-acuity environment with a manageable patient volume and strong clinical support.

Position Highlights

Assignment Length: Ongoing
Schedule: 12-hour shifts

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Call: None

Clinical Environment

11-bed Emergency Department
Annual volume of approximately 15,000–16,000 visits
Average daily census of 30–40 patients
Approximately 4–5 admissions per day (13% admission rate)
Primarily young and generally healthy patient population
Low-acuity practice setting
Not a designated trauma, stroke, or cardiac center
Minimal EMS traffic

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of emergency medical conditions
Perform standard Emergency Department procedures, primarily involving low- to moderate-acuity cases
Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic evaluations
Provide care for adult, pediatric, and gynecologic patients
Coordinate care with consulting services, including pediatrics when needed
Document patient encounters accurately using the facility's electronic medical record

Support Staff

Experienced Emergency Department nursing and ancillary staff
Standard hospital specialty call services
Dedicated Labor & Delivery unit separate from the Emergency Department
Pediatrician available in the Emergency Department during peak hours

Qualifications

ABEM Board Certification strongly preferred
Physicians who are not Emergency Medicine boarded will be considered if they have extensive Emergency Department experience and are comfortable treating pediatric and gynecologic patients
Active Texas medical license or ability to obtain licensure
Current DEA registration
ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and BLS certifications, as required

Locums Emergency Medicine Physician

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