Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at FacilityinLaredo, Texas

LocumTenens.com, LLC; Brookesmith (TX); On-site; USD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC seeks an Emergency Medicine physician to cover our on-site ED in Laredo, TX. Shifts are 12 hours, with day and night coverage, ASAP through ongoing locum tenens assignments. Board certification in Emergency Medicine is required.

You will work with NP/PAs and use hospital resources to evaluate and treat all ages, in a high-volume ED (~47k annual visits). This assignment offers clinical autonomy within a collaborative environment and dedicated support from LocumTenens

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Emergency Medicine is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide locum tenens coverage in an on-site Emergency Department, evaluating, diagnosing and treating patients across all ages.
• Collaborate with NP/PAs and utilize hospital resources and specialty support during each shift.

Education

Board Certification in Emergency Medicine

Job description

This Job at a Glance

Job Reference Id: ORD-226864-MD-TXTitle: MDDates Needed: ASAP - OngoingShift Type: Day Shift;Night ShiftAssignment Type: ERCall Required: NoBoard Certification Required: YesJob 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

Why choose LocumTenens.com?

Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:

• Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
• Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
• Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
• Digital hub for assignment details