Emergency Medicine Physician in Tyler, Texas

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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- Professional liability insurance (free for employee)
- Life insurance
- Retirement
- CME
- Vacation and sick time