Description

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Ft. Stockton, TX
Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Rotating
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Emergency Medicine Physician – FT. Stockton, Texas

Pecos County Memorial Hospital is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team in Ft. Stockton, TX. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to provide quality care in a critical access hospital setting.

Position Overview:

As an Emergency Medicine Physician at Pecos County Memorial Hospital, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality emergency care in a low-volume, critical access facility. The role involves working 24-hour shifts with comprehensive support to ensure exceptional patient outcomes. The hospital's unique environment offers the chance to develop broad clinical skills while maintaining work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide emergency medical services to patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions.
• Triage and stabilize patients efficiently, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
• Collaborate with hospital staff, including family medicine hospitalists covering OB-GYN cases (for pregnancies beyond 20 weeks), who bypass ER for pregnancy-related complaints.
• Manage emergency cases with support from on-call general surgeons; no other specialty support is routinely available.
• Document clinical encounters accurately and maintain high standards of patient care.

Qualifications:

• Board certification or eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/ABPS) or Internal Medicine/Family Medicine with Emergency Department experience.
• Prior experience in an emergency setting is preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a critical access hospital environment.
• Excellent communication and patient management skills.
• Valid medical license to practice in Texas.

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Approximately 0.6 patients per hour.
• 24-hour shifts, with an on-site call room equipped with a fridge, bathroom, shower, and bed.
• Accommodation provided: hotel room available between shifts.
• Critical access hospital with low patient volume, offering a unique, community-focused practice environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of $200/hour.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Opportunities to develop broad clinical skills in a rural hospital setting.
• Work-life balance supported by a well-structured shift schedule and amenities.

Location Highlights:

Ft. Stockton, TX, situated about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Odessa, offers a relaxed community atmosphere with access to outdoor recreation, local amenities, and a friendly, welcoming environment. This position is ideal for physicians seeking meaningful work in a supportive rural setting.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional emergency care in a close-knit community setting.