Board Certified/Board Eligible (BC/BE) in Emergency Medicine (MD or DO)
Completion of Emergency Medicine residency training
Strong communication skills for effective patient interaction
Expertise in evaluating and managing acute medical emergencies
Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with sound judgment
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
Responsibilities
Provide emergency care for a diverse patient population
Assess and manage acute medical emergencies efficiently
Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment for patient evaluation
Coordinate with pediatric specialists for seamless care transitions
Monitor patients continuously during their stay in the ED
Ensure effective communication with the healthcare team
Document and manage patient care using Meditech EMR
Benefits
Access to modern diagnostic facilities, including 64-slice CT and ultrasound
Opportunities for direct consultation with pediatric specialists
Supportive team environment within a well-equipped freestanding ED
Flexible physician coverage hours to enhance work-life balance
No state income tax in Texas, contributing to overall compensation package
Full Job Description
Description
Specialization: Emergency Medicine
Job Summary: Methodist Hospital Northeast is recruiting skilled and dedicated emergency medicine physicians to join our collegial team at Methodist Nacogdoches Freestanding ED in San Antonio, Texas.
Qualified Candidates:
Must be BC/BE in EM (MD or DO) and EM residency trained
Possess strong communication skills
Expertise in the evaluation and management of acute medical emergencies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with sound judgment and decision-making skills
Incentive/Position Details:
8,000 annual volume with 10% pediatric cases
Dedicated pediatric exam room
24 hours of physician coverage with 12 hours of Advanced Practice Provider coverage
BC/BE in EM (MD or DO) and EM residency trained
PALS certification
1099 position status- up to 120 hours per month
Meditech EMR
Methodist Nacogdoches Freestanding ED and Methodist Healthcare System:
Emergency services team is fully trained and equipped to handle a variety of adult and pediatric conditions.
Radiology, full-service laboratory and telemetry
Specific on-site diagnostic equipment includes: 64-slice CT scanner, dedicated x-ray suite, ultrasound and telemetry equipment
Immediate intervention for serious emergencies where treatment time is critical with quick transfer capabilities to any Methodist Healthcare facility
24-hour monitoring and testing of patients, such as chest pain cases
Use of a Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) to allow staff to electronically transmit any diagnostic image from the Methodist ER Nacogdoches to any Methodist credentialed physician's office, specialist or any Methodist hospital emergency room for seamless follow-up
Clinicians are specially trained and certified in Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS), as well as trained in pediatric care guidelines following our Methodist Children's Hospital standards
All of the equipment needed to treat pediatric patients
Designed pediatric exam room to create a welcoming environment for young patients
Direct access to consult with pediatric specialists at Methodist Children's Hospital, and if necessary, coordinate seamless patient transfers to the hospital with a specially trained pediatric team
San Antonio is home to 2.5 million people and is experiencing solid economic growth in industries such as bioscience and healthcare, aerospace, IT and cybersecurity and green technologies. San Antonio's MSA is expected to add up to 1.1 million new residents and 500,000 new jobs by 2040. This growing city offers big-city amenities and world-renowned attractions coupled with a relaxed and inviting atmosphere for all ages. San Antonio residents also enjoy a cost of living slightly below the national average due to lower housing costs, as well as no state income tax
