ER Physician - Express ER Harker Heights

Altus Emergency; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Altus Community Healthcare in Texas is seeking an ER Physician to join our team at facilities in Harker Heights and surrounding locations. The role requires providing immediate emergency care in a fast-paced environment, with collaboration across nurses, paramedics, and specialists to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

We offer full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of residency in Emergency Medicine.
• Active Texas medical license or eligible for one.
• Current certifications: PALS, ACLS, ATLS (BLS preferred).

Responsibilities

• Immediate evaluation and diagnosis of patients in the emergency department.
• Administer urgent medical treatments and perform necessary procedures.
• Stabilize patients before transfer or further treatment.
• Collaborate with nurses, paramedics, and specialists for comprehensive care.
• Interpret and utilize diagnostic test results.
• Communicate diagnoses, prognoses and treatment plans to patients and families.
• Maintain accurate documentation of visits, diagnoses, treatments and outcomes.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay updated on emergency medicine advances.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Team Collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Education

Medical degree (MD/DO)

Emergency Medicine residency

Texas medical license

Tools

PALS/ACLS/ATLS certifications

Job description

Description

Altus Community Healthcare has/operates six brands, with 33 facilities, across various locations in Texas. ACH has many low volume, freestanding emergency centers, running 24 hours daily. Incorporated brands include: Altus, former Austin Emergency Centers, Exceptional, STAT Specialty, Neighbors and Express ERs

This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective emergency medical care across specified locations while aligning with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. Focus is on providing high-quality patient care as part of a healthcare team.

Location: 980 Knights Way, Harker Heights, TX 76548

Job Type:

• Full-Time Physician – commitment obligations of 144 hours/month
• Part-Time Physician – commitment obligations of 72 hours/month
• PRN Physician – commitment obligations of 24 hours/month

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate ER Physician to join our team. As an ER Physician, you will be responsible for providing immediate medical attention to patients who require emergency care. You will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Immediate Evaluation and Diagnosis: Assess patients’ medical conditions upon arrival in the emergency room.
• Administering Treatments: Provide urgent medical treatments, including performing necessary surgical procedures.
• Stabilization: Ensure patients are stabilized before further treatment or transfer to other medical departments.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, paramedics, and specialists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Diagnostic Tests: Interpret various diagnostic tests
• Communication: Communicate effectively with patients and their families about diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment plans.
• Record Keeping: Document and maintain detailed records of patients’ visits, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.
• Professional Development: Stay updated with advancements in emergency medicine and participate in ongoing professional development activities

Performance KPI: The KPI framework is divided into three primary categories, each focused on enhancing patient care, operational efficiency, and provider engagement.?

• Quality KPIs : Quality KPIs prioritize patient experience and clinical outcomes. Each metric is tied to a specific goal.?
• Throughput KPIs: Throughput KPIs evaluate operational efficiency, specifically the speed and smoothness of patient flow in the facility.?
• Citizenship KPI : The Citizenship KPI rewards contributions that enhance the overall team dynamic, which, while intangible, can significantly influence workplace morale and performance.?

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and advancement. If you are a dedicated and compassionate ER Physician looking for a challenging and rewarding career.

Requirements

• Completed residency in any Specialty
• At least 1 year of Emergency Medicine experience or an Emergency Medicine Residency
• Active Texas State Licensure
• Current PALS/ACLS/ATLS Certifications (BLS preferred)
• Experience in a free-standing emergency department or urgent care setting (preferred)
• Experience managing multiple clinical sites and leading cross-functional teams
• Medical degree from an accredited medical institution or program
• Deep knowledge of current medical practices, procedures, and equipment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work and think quickly in a high-stress environment
• Internal, Family or Emergency Medicine backgrounds are preferred