Locums – Corpus Christi, Texas, Emergency Medicine Physician Opening

ASAP

Assignment Duration

1 year

Schedule Details

Shift options include:

• 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Orientation

• 2-hour onboarding process
• Education on Meditech and local quality measures
• 2–3 required shadow shifts prior to independent practice

Reason for Coverage

Ongoing coverage need

Setting

• Emergency Medicine
• Free-Standing Emergency Departments (FSEDs)
• Hospital-based Emergency Medicine coverage

Patient Population

All ages

Admissions

• Approximately 10% admission rate at FSED locations

Common Cases

Providers will see a full spectrum of Emergency Medicine cases, including:

• Medical emergencies
• Trauma
• Cardiac emergencies
• Respiratory emergencies
• Orthopedic injuries
• Pediatric emergencies
• Obstetric emergencies

Procedures

Required procedural competency includes:

• Intubations
• Central line placement
• Ultrasound utilization
• OB deliveries
• Dislocation reductions
• Chest tube placement
• Trauma management
• Laceration repair

Department Structure

• Each site has APP coverage
• One Emergency Medicine physician per shift at most locations
• No robotic systems utilized
• Generally no follow-up responsibilities on cases
• Performance feedback provided as needed

EMR

Meditech

Requirements

• Emergency Medicine Residency Trained – Required
• ABEM Preferred - FSED - Non-ABEM Accepted
• ABFM or ABIM physicians with Emergency Medicine experience considered for FSED coverage
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required for FSED coverage
• Family Medicine physicians with Emergency Medicine fellowship considered
• Must be comfortable managing the full spectrum of Emergency Medicine presentations and procedures

Texas offers an outstanding combination of coastal living, outdoor recreation, and a low cost of living. Corpus Christi sits along the Gulf Coast and is known for its beautiful beaches, excellent fishing, boating, and year-round warm weather. Providers often enjoy the relaxed coastal lifestyle, vibrant waterfront attractions, and easy access to outdoor activities both on and off the water.

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