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Physician Pediatric-Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

Physician Pediatric-Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

TeamHealthEl Paso, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to make a lasting impact in pediatric emergency medicine? TeamHealth is seeking a passionate and visionary pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) physician to lead our dynamic team at El Paso Children's Hospital as the facility medical director. This unique leadership opportunity also includes a faculty appointment with Texas Tech University, allowing you to shape the next generation of pediatric emergency physicians while delivering exceptional care to the children of El Paso.

Why El Paso Children's Hospital?

El Paso Children's Hospital is a cutting-edge facility dedicated exclusively to pediatric healthcare. The facility features 122 hospital beds and a dedicated 13-bed emergency department (10 private rooms, including 1 resuscitation room and 2 isolation rooms).

Emergency Department Overview

  • Annual ED volume : 27,000 patients, with an average of 1.73 patients per hour
  • 11% admission rate
  • Medium acuity level
  • Equipped with a helipad for emergency transport
  • EMR system : Cerner
  • Codes : part of the code team; physicians are expected to respond to codes anywhere in the hospital unless a critical patient requires immediate attention
  • Nearest trauma center : University Medical Center
  • Credentialing time : approximately 90 days

Staffing Details

  • 24-hour physician coverage in the ED
  • Advanced practice clinician coverage : 12-24 hours daily based on seasonal needs; winter months : 24 hours of APC coverage

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of skilled PEM clinicians dedicated to providing outstanding care
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation
  • Oversee departmental operations, ensuring clinical and administrative excellence
  • Engage in teaching and mentoring through your faculty appointment at Texas Tech University
  • Advocate for the highest standards in pediatric emergency medicine

    • Qualifications

  • Board certified in emergency medicine (ABEM / ABOEM) or pediatrics (ABP)
  • Fellowship-trained in PEM
  • Proven leadership experience with a commitment to excellence in care and education
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

    • Compensation and Benefits

  • Flat hourly rate for clinical hours
  • Monthly medical director stipend
  • Sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team
  • W2 employee position for stability and peace of mind
  • Full comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Leadership development opportunities within a supportive and innovative organization

    • Collaborative Excellence

    As the only independent, not-for-profit children's hospital in the region, El Paso Children's Hospital partners with :

  • Medical Center of the Americas
  • Paul L. Foster School of Medicine at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • University Medical Center of El Paso

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    Position Highlights :

  • ????Relocation and sign-on bonus
  • Monthly management stipend
  • Work / life balance
  • Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Excellent compensation
  • Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
  • More than 300,000 CME hours available through the TeamHealth Institute
  • Extraordinary network of clinicians and potential career growth opportunities
  • W2 employee model with excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k, and supplemental retirement plan
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    Medicine Competitive • El Paso, TX, US