Physician Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

Company: TeamHealth
Location: Tyler
Posted on: July 8, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description 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! California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/ Position Highlights: - Professional liability insurance (free for employee) - Life insurance - Retirement - CME - Vacation and sick time

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