Physician Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

Opportunity:

Physician - Emergency Medicine

Job Details:

• Cover emergency department shifts with no call required


• Shift times at Main ED: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 3:00 AM, and 9:00 PM - 7:00 AM


• Shift times at FSED: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM


• Coverage includes on-site, weekends, and nights


• Approximately 30 ED treatment spaces at main facility


• Patient census of approximately 115 patients per day at main ED and 70 patients per day at FSED


• 25% admission rate at main ED and 5% at FSED


• Level 3 trauma center with moderate to high acuity and complex pathology


• Urban, middle-class patient population


• Physicians do not see low acuity patients at Main ED


• All specialties consistent with a Level 3 trauma center are available, including OB, in-house intensivist, and hospitalist services


• Common procedures include intubation, central line placement, chest tube insertion, conscious sedation, fracture reduction, and laceration repair


• Support staff includes adequate nurses, techs, paramedics, and security


• 4 physicians per day at Main ED and 2 physicians per day at FSED, with 2 APPs per day at all sites


• ABEM certification required


• 2 full shadow shifts required for orientation, or 1 shadow shift if candidate has previous Meditech experience



Facility:

This facility is a well-established acute care hospital serving the greater Houston metropolitan area. It operates a busy emergency department functioning as a Level 3 trauma center, supported by a full complement of specialty services including obstetrics, in-house intensivists, and hospitalist coverage. The facility also maintains a freestanding emergency department to extend access to emergency care throughout the community, reflecting its commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality emergency services to the region.




Location:

Pasadena, TX

Pasadena is a vibrant city located just southeast of Houston, offering residents access to the rich cultural, dining, and entertainment scene of one of the nation's largest metropolitan areas. With a strong sense of community, affordable cost of living, and proximity to the Gulf Coast, Pasadena provides an excellent quality of life for healthcare professionals looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the best of Texas living.