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

Adelphi Locums; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel covered

Lodging covered

Malpractice insurance covered

Job summary

Adelphi Locums is seeking an Emergency Medicine physician for a locum tenens assignment in Harlingen, TX. The position requires board eligibility/certification in Emergency Medicine and an active Texas license (or ability to obtain). You will work varied shifts in a high-volume ED with strong multidisciplinary support.

This facility offers comprehensive coverage including travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance. Start date is ASAP, with coverage ongoing for the foreseeable future.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or ABOEM).
• Active Texas License or ability to obtain one before start date.
• Active DEA and Controlled Substance Registration required.
• EM residency trained and/or continuous EM practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to ED patients.
• Manage high-volume ED with a team of physicians and APPs.
• Collaborate with specialty backup (Cardiology, General Surgery, Neurology, etc.).
• Participate in cross-credentialing across Valley Baptist facilities.
• Cover 24/7 ED shifts (various blocks) as scheduled.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Education

ABEM/ABOEM Certification Eligibility

Job description

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine Location: Harlingen, TX Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: H-MD-137154
  
• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Harlingen, Texas
  
• Coverage Period: Oct 30, 2026 - Ongoing
  
• Shift Schedule: Varied shifts including 6a-4p, 10a-8p, 4p-2a, 8p-6a
  
• Reason for Coverage: Coverage
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
  

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 135 patients per day (annual volume 49,500)
  
• Case Mix: Varied emergency medicine cases, including cardiac, surgical, neurological, OB/GYN, and GI
  

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Cerner
  
• Specialty Backup Available: Cardiology, General Surgery, Neurology, Neurosurgery, OB/GYN, Gastroenterology
  
• Support Staff Available: NPPAs (9a-7p, 4p-2a)
  

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: Board Certified/Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or ABOEM)
  
• Licenses: Active Texas License (or ability to obtain)
  
• DEA / CDS: Active DEA and Controlled Substance Registration required
  
• Experience: Emergency Medicine residency trained and/or continuous EM practice experience
  

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients in the ED
  
• Manage high-volume ED (49,500 annual visits) with a team of physicians and APPs
  
• Collaborate with specialty backup including Cardiology, General Surgery, Neurology, etc.
  
• Participate in cross-credentialing across multiple Valley Baptist facilities
  
• Work variable shifts covering 24/7 ED coverage (6a-4p, 10a-8p, 4p-2a, 8p-6a)