Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Refugio, TX
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About The Position
We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a 1-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting on Aug 2, 2025. This role involves a 24-hour shift at a Trauma Center with a hospital and ER, handling a very low volume and acuity of cases.
Job Details
- Location: Texas
- Facility Type: Trauma Center/Hospital
- Start Date: Aug 2, 2025
- LOA: 1 day
- Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician
- Schedule: 24-hour shifts (7a-7a)
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide comprehensive emergency medical services in a hospital with a ER
- Manage a patient demographic comprising 30% Pediatrics, 40% Geriatrics, 5-10% Trauma, and 20-25% Other
- Perform common procedures such as suturing and other lifesaving interventions as needed
- Collaborate with onsite specialists including Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and General Surgery
- Utilize the Cerner EMR system for documenting patient care
Additional Information
- Must be licensed to practice in Texas
- Experience in rural healthcare and emergency medicine is highly preferred
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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About Wellhart, LLC
Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.
Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart's ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.
Whether you're a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:
*Travel the United States and see new places.
*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
*Set your own schedule.
*Earn more money than permanent providers.
*Experience new practice settings.
*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.
Join the Wellhart team!
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