Opportunity:
Physician - Emergency Medicine
Job Details:
ABEM board certification required
Minimum 2 years of emergency department experience required to work in freestanding emergency departments, or family medicine with emergency medicine fellowship
All shifts are 12-hour shifts: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM and 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
On-site coverage with weekends and nights included; no call required
Single physician coverage at each site
APP support available at all sites with varying hours of coverage per day
Required procedures include intubations, central line placement, ultrasound utilization, OB delivery, dislocation reductions, chest tube placement, trauma management, and laceration repair
Sites include Level IV trauma centers; all sites see high acuity patients
Patient populations vary by site including elderly, winter Texans, nursing home patients, and mixed demographics
Average daily patient census ranges from 45 to 80 patients depending on site
Case logs will need to be provided
2-3 shadow shifts required as part of onboarding process
1-year duration of need; 2-4 positions available
Facility:
This healthcare system operates multiple freestanding and full-service emergency departments across the region, providing 24/7 emergency care to diverse patient populations. The facilities range from 8 to 18 beds and are equipped to handle a wide variety of high-acuity emergency cases, with some sites designated as Level IV trauma centers. Each location is supported by APP coverage and a collaborative care team focused on delivering quality emergency medicine services to the surrounding communities.
Location:
Corpus Christi, TX
Corpus Christi offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle along the Gulf of Mexico, with warm weather year-round, beautiful beaches, and a rich cultural scene. The city provides an excellent blend of outdoor recreation, dining, and entertainment, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional fulfillment and quality of life.
