Locum Tenens Opportunity : Emergency Medicine Physician Near Elkhart, TX
We are seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician for a locum tenens position near Elkhart, TX. This role provides a valuable opportunity to contribute to an essential emergency department with flexible scheduling options.
Position Overview :
- Specialty : Emergency Medicine
- Start Date : ASAP
- Estimated Length of Assignment : Ongoing, through August 2025 (potentially longer)
- Shift Details :
Standard Shifts : 8 : 00 AM 8 : 00 PM, 8 : 00 PM 8 : 00 AM
Coverage Needed : 10-12 shifts per month (24-hour shifts)Minimum Shifts : 1-2 shifts (local candidates); 3 shifts required for travel reimbursementWork Details : Job Requirements :
State License : Active Texas license required (or Compact License)
Board Certifications : Must be boarded in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine; Emergency Medicine preferred. ABEM, AOBEM, ABFM, ABIM, or ABPS accepted.Certifications :ATLS, ACLS, and PALS required
EM Boarded : ACLS and PALS must be current, ATLS can be expired but needs a copy of the cardOther Boards (IM / FM) : Current ATLS, ACLS, and PALS requiredAnnual Volume :
Total Patients : 8,000
Patients per Day : 22 (average)Percentage of EMS Transfers : 11.06%Percentage of Admitted Patients : 2.09%Trauma Level Designation : Level 4Facility Details :
ED Beds & Fast Track Beds : 5 beds each
Hospital Beds : 25 bedsBackup Specialties : Most services transferred to a main facilityEMR System : PICISOnboarding :
Orientation / EMR Training : Provided by the Medical Director; 1-2 hours orientation before shift
Additional Information :
Scribe Coverage : No
Privileging Timeframe : 90+ days from receipt of CVO Welcome emailExpedited Locum Privileges : NoJob ID : j-241570
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