Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Gatesville, TX
Houston, TX, 77007, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- emergency medicine physician
- locum tenens
- trauma center
This position is for a Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician to provide critical care at a trauma center in Gatesville, Texas, on a 12-week contract starting January 2026. Responsibilities include managing emergency medical procedures, trauma, pediatric, and geriatric patients, and collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams. The role offers competitive pay, malpractice insurance, travel expense coverage, and requires a Texas medical license with trauma experience preferred.
Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Gatesville, TX
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 12 Days
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Gatesville, Texas, 76528!
We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a 12-week locum tenens assignment at a Trauma Center in Texas. This position starts on Jan 5, 2026, and features a 4x24 schedule each month with both 12-hour and 24-hour shifts. The facility includes a hospital and an emergency department, serving a diverse patient population.
Job Details
- Location: Texas
- Facility Type: Trauma Center
- Start Date: Jan 5, 2026
- LOA: 12 weeks
- Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Physician
- Schedule: 4x24 monthly/ongoing, 12-hour and 24-hour shifts
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform all lifesaving procedures, including intubation, extubation, and ventilation management
- Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations
- Respond to and manage emergency codes
- Provide care for trauma (5%), pediatric (15%), and geriatric (60%) patients
- Collaborate with a staff mix that includes Family Medicine, General Surgery, and Orthopedic Surgery physicians
- Utilize laboratory and radiology (X-ray) support as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation within Athenahealth EMR
Additional Information
- Texas medical license required
- Trauma experience preferred
- Ability to manage a broad range of emergency presentations in a rural hospital setting
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.
Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment
- Build a wide professional network by collaborating with different healthcare teams, opening doors for future career prospects and collaborations.
- Experience diverse medical settings, patient demographics, and clinical challenges, enriching your professional expertise.
- Gain exposure to rural healthcare settings, addressing critical healthcare needs in underserved areas and making a positive impact on local communities.
- Tailor patient care approaches to individual needs and preferences, free from institutional protocols or constraints, fostering patient-centered care and satisfaction.
- Work in environments that prioritize ethical practice standards and patient advocacy, upholding professional integrity and moral principles in healthcare delivery.
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