Family Practice - Without OB Physician

Specialty : Emergency Medicine

Location : Smithville, TX (J-1 Eligible)

Company : Optigy

Type : Permanent Full-Time Onsite

Salary : $165 / hr (W2) - $205 / hr (1099)

Position Overview :

Optigy is seeking board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physicians (or Family Medicine / Internal Medicine physicians with Emergency Medicine experience) to join a well-supported, community-focused Level IV Trauma Center in Smithville, TX. This low-volume rural emergency department offers excellent lifestyle balance with 24 / 7 physician coverage, on-site imaging and diagnostics, and a smooth transfer process for trauma and critical care cases. Located just 40 miles from Austin, this role is ideal for providers seeking autonomy, a collaborative team, and small-town charm with big-city proximity.

Emergency Department :

ED Volume : 8,000 annual visits

ED Beds : 6

Patients per Hour : 0.8

Admission Rate : 6%

Coverage Model : 12- and 24-hour shifts with 24 hours of physician coverage daily

EMR : Cerner

Qualifications :

o BC / BP in Emergency Medicine

o OR BC / BP in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine with Emergency Medicine experience

Compensation :

Base Compensation : $165 / hr (W2) - $205 / hr (1099)

Sign-On Bonus : $60,000

CME / BEA : Annual allowance

Licensing & Credentialing Support Included

Employment Models : W-2 and 1099 available

Benefits :

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Free daily meals provided by the onsite cafeteria

Paid Military and Parental Leave

Short- and Long-Term Disability (own occupation)

Student Loan Refinancing options

Intangibles & Professional Development :

National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB)

24 / 7 / 365 live physician support

Internal professional development programs and leadership tracks

Annual Clinical Assembly

About the Community :

Smithville, TX is a scenic and historic small town nestled between Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and College Station. Known as the Heart of the Megalopolis, it offers a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities. Enjoy charming downtown shops, the annual Festival of Lights and Jamboree, and recreational access to Bastrop and Buescher State Parks. Smithville is a designated Film Friendly Texas city and provides the perfect setting for providers seeking purpose and balance.

Recruiter Contact : Stephen Kanfer