Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Laredo, Texas

Society of Critical Care Medicine; Laredo (TX); Presencial; USD 240.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Society of Critical Care Medicine seeks a locum Emergency Medicine Physician to join an on-site emergency department in Laredo, Texas. The role covers 12-hour day and night shifts, treating patients of all ages with a broad spectrum of acute illnesses and injuries.

Board certification is required for this assignment. The ED handles about 47,000 visits annually and features 38 private treatment rooms with on-site laboratory services.

Formación

• Board certification required.

Responsabilidades

• The Emergency Medicine Physician will provide locum tenens clinical coverage during 12-hour day and night shifts, evaluating, diagnosing and treating patients across all ages.

Descripción del empleo

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-226864-MD-TX
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:Day Shift;Night Shift
• Assignment Type:ER
• Call Required:No
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This acute care hospital offers a range of medical and surgical services to patients in the surrounding communities. The facility provides comprehensive care across multiple specialties, including emergency medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health. A collaborative clinical environment and a focus on quality patient care support effective delivery of services across all assigned coverage periods.

About the Facility Location

Laredo is a border city situated along the Rio Grande in Texas, offering a mix of cultural, historical, and outdoor attractions. Clinicians on assignment may explore destinations such as Lake Casa Blanca State Park, the Imaginarium of South Texas, and the Water Museum, as well as live music and theater at venues including Sames Auto Arena. The historic downtown features Spanish colonial architecture and murals that reflect the area's cross-cultural heritage, providing diverse options for leisure during time away from clinical duties.

About the Clinician's Workday

The Emergency Medicine Physician will provide locum tenens clinical coverage during 12-hour day and night shifts at this on-site emergency department, evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients presenting with a range of acute illnesses and injuries across all age groups. The department maintains a high patient volume of approximately 47,000 annual visits and features 38 private treatment rooms, advanced diagnostic resources, and in-house laboratory services. Clinicians will collaborate with NP/PAs and utilize comprehensive specialty support throughout each assigned shift. Board certification is required for this assignment.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:Approximately 47,000 annual ED visits; 38 private treatment rooms
• Support Staff:NP/PAs on shift
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Location Type:On-Site
• Government:No
• Shift Times:Day shift and night shift; 12-hour shifts
• CertificationsRequired:Board certification required