Emergency Medicine Physician

Emergency Medicine Physician at CHRISTUS Health summary:

An Emergency Medicine Physician provides 24-hour emergency care services at a Level IV trauma center with 19,000 annual emergency department visits and 40 hospital beds. They collaborate with nurse practitioners and physician assistants to deliver comprehensive patient care using Meditech EMR. The role requires board certification or eligibility in Emergency Medicine or Family/Internal Medicine with relevant emergency care experience and certifications such as ATLS, ACLS, and PALS.

Job Description

• 19K annual ED volume
• 40 hospital beds
• 24-hour physician coverage
• 8-hour NP/PA coverage
• EMR: Meditech
• BC/BE EM or BC/BE FM or IM with experience, ATLS, ACLS and PALS

Facility Information

CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - Jasper Memorial is part of CHRISTUS Health, a not-for-profit system made up of long-term care facilities, community hospitals, walk-in clinics, and health ministries. CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - Jasper Memorial is a Level IV trauma center serving the residents of East Texas. The hospital offers a wide range of services including, 24/7 emergency care, general medical and surgical, imaging, laboratory, birthing, and much more.

Community Information

Jasper known as the "Jewel of the Forest" is a small town offering southern charm and modern amenities. Mild winters, low cost of living, high quality of life, abundant natural beauty, and K-12 education make Jasper a great place to live. Jasper is located in deep East Texas, about 130 miles from Houston, TX and 170 miles from Baton Rouge, LA.

Keywords:

emergency medicine, trauma care, emergency department, patient care, ATLS, ACLS, PALS, Meditech EMR, hospital physician, Level IV trauma center