About this opportunity
Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. lists this Emergency Medicine Physician opportunity in texas city, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
A busyEmergency Department in Texas City, Texas is seeking a Locums EmergencyMedicine Physician to provide coverage in a collaborative, fast-paced clinicalenvironment. This opportunity is ideal for physicians who enjoy caring for abroad range of emergency conditions while working alongside an experiencedemergency medicine team.
PositionHighlights Schedule: 12-hour day and night shifts
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Weekday, weekend, and night coverage available
No call required
On-site clinical coverage
ClinicalEnvironment Average daily census of 55-60 patients
Approximately 2 patients per hour, with occasional higher-volume surges of 8 or more patients in an hour
Diverse patient population with a mix of medical emergencies and traumatic injuries
Collaborative Emergency Department with experienced nursing and clinical support staff
Responsibilities Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a wide variety of emergency medical conditions
Perform standard Emergency Department procedures, including:
Endotracheal intubation
Procedural sedation
Fracture reduction and splinting
Chest tube placement
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Laceration repair
Incision and drainage (I&D)
Central venous line placement
Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic evaluations
Stabilize critically ill or injured patients and coordinate specialty care when necessary
Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic medical record
CommonCases
Physicianswill primarily manage: Chest pain
Abdominal pain
Shortness of breath
Falls
Motor vehicle collisions
Sports-related injuries
Other routine emergency medical and trauma presentations
Severeor penetrating trauma is uncommon.
Qualifications ABEM Board Certification preferred
Strong, experienced Emergency Medicine physicians with other appropriate training and significant ED experience will also be considered
Active Texas medical license or ability to obtain licensure
Current DEA registration
ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and BLS certifications, as required
Who can apply
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