Emergency Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Harlingen, Texas

Job description

About the facility

This established acute care hospital provides comprehensive medical services, including emergency care, surgical services, cardiology, and specialized inpatient care. The facility offers a collaborative clinical environment with advanced resources and a strong commitment to delivering patient-centered care. Established clinical protocols and appropriate infrastructure are in place to support locum tenens clinicians during all assigned coverage periods.

About the facility location

Harlingen offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of cultural, natural, and recreational attractions suited to varied interests. The area is recognized as part of an international birding destination, with the Rio Grande Valley considered one of the most significant corridors for migratory birds in North America. Clinicians may also visit the Iwo Jima Memorial and Museum, the Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum, and over 1,200 acres of public parkland with trails, while South Padre Island - known for its beaches and outdoor activities including dolphin-watching eco tours - is located within a short distance.

About the clinician's workday

The Emergency Medicine Physician will provide locum tenens clinical coverage during 10-hour day and night shifts at this on-site emergency department, evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients presenting with varying levels of acuity across all age groups. The department maintains a high patient volume of approximately 49,500 annual visits, and clinicians will be supported by APP coverage throughout each assigned shift. Multiple on-site specialties are available to facilitate coordinated patient care as clinically indicated. No call responsibilities are associated with this position, and prescriptive authority is required.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Approximately 49,500 annual ED visits
• Support staff: APP coverage
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift time(s): Day shift and night shift; 10-hour shifts
• Certifications required: Board certification negotiable; prescriptive authority required

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