Physician, Medical Doctor, Emergency Medicine Physician

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 Texas

UT 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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