UT Health East Texas is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible emergency medicine physician to join our dynamic team at the UT Health North Campus in Tyler, Texas. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality emergency medical care in a certified Level IV trauma center, with the support and resources of a comprehensive health system. We are also offering a lucrative sign-on and relocation package to support your transition into our team.
Benefits- Medical Insurance: paid by the university for employees, with discounted options available for family coverage
- Life Insurance: coverage provided at no cost
- ADA&D Insurance: coverage provided at no cost
Retirement Plans- Optional Retirement Plan (403(b : employer contributes 8.5% of annual salary (up to an annual limit); employee contributes 6.65% of annual salary (up to an annual limit)
- Teachers Retirement System (401(a : employer and employee each contribute 8.25% of annual salary (up to an annual limit)
Professional Development- Professional development fund for CME, books, and professional associations
- Reimbursement for Texas medical license registration
- Fee-Exempt Status for DEA License
- Smith County Medical Society/Texas Medical Association dues reimbursement
- Medical liability coverage: comprehensive coverage with no tail policy needed
Key Responsibilities- Deliver comprehensive emergency medical care to a diverse patient population
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, advanced practice clinicians, and specialists
- Utilize the EPIC electronic medical record system for accurate and timely documentation
- Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities
Qualifications- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board-certified or board-eligible in emergency medicine (ABEM or ABOEM)
- Active and unrestricted Texas medical license (or eligibility to obtain one)
- DEA certification
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills with the ability to work independently
Facility Highlights- Certified Level IV trauma center by the state of Texas
- Annual visits: 11,242, with a patient rate of 1.34 per hour
- 24 hours of physician coverage with 12-hour shifts
- Laboratory and imaging services on-site with advanced imaging available
- 10 inpatient rooms, 2 trauma rooms, and an isolation room
- Ability to transfer to nearby UT Health Tyler Level 1 trauma center, if needed
- Total hospital beds: 130
About UT Health East TexasUT Health East Texas is a comprehensive health system comprised of 10 hospitals, more than 50 physician clinics, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities, 2 free-standing emergency centers, home health services covering 41 counties, and an EMS fleet of more than 45 ambulances and 4 helicopters. As part of the University of Texas system, we provide patients access to leading-edge research and clinical therapies.
If you're a dedicated EM physician seeking a rewarding career with exceptional benefits, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our team at UT Health East Texas.
Apply today to make a difference in the communities of East Texas!
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Position Highlights:
- Professional liability insurance (free for employee)
- Life insurance
- Retirement
- CME
- Vacation and sick time
