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

LocumJobsNetwork is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Gatesville, Texas, 76528! About The Position We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a 12-week locum tenens assignment at a Trauma Center in Texas. This position starts on Jan 5, 2026, and features a 4x24 schedule each month with both 12-hour and 24-hour shifts. The facility includes a hospital and an emergency department, serving a diverse patient population. Job Details Location : Texas Facility Type : Trauma Center Start Date : Jan 5, 2026 LOA : 12 weeks Provider Type Needed : Emergency Medicine Physician Schedule : 4x24 monthly / ongoing, 12-hour and 24-hour shifts Responsibilities and Duties Perform all lifesaving procedures, including intubation, extubation, and ventilation management Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations Respond to and manage emergency codes Provide care for trauma (5%), pediatric (15%), and geriatric (60%) patients Collaborate with a staff mix that includes Family Medicine, General Surgery, and Orthopedic Surgery physicians Utilize laboratory and radiology (X-ray) support as needed Maintain accurate documentation within Athenahealth EMR Additional Information Texas medical license required Trauma experience preferred Ability to manage a broad range of emergency presentations in a rural hospital setting Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility. 1678147EXPPLAT About Wellhart, LLC Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database. Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients. Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

• Travel the United States and see new places.
• Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
• Set your own schedule.
• Earn more money than permanent providers.
• Experience new practice settings.
• Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages. Join the Wellhart team!