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.<br><br><strong>Benefits</strong><ul><li>Medical Insurance: paid by the university for employees, with discounted options available for family coverage</li><li>Life Insurance: coverage provided at no cost</li><li>ADA&amp;D Insurance: coverage provided at no cost</li></ul><br><strong>Retirement Plans</strong><ul><li>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)</li><li>Teachers Retirement System (401(a)): employer and employee each contribute 8.25% of annual salary (up to an annual limit)</li></ul><br><strong>Professional Development</strong><ul><li>Professional development fund for CME, books, and professional associations</li><li>Reimbursement for Texas medical license registration</li><li>Fee-Exempt Status for DEA License</li><li>Smith County Medical Society/Texas Medical Association dues reimbursement</li><li>Medical liability coverage: comprehensive coverage with no tail policy needed</li></ul><br><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><ul><li>Deliver comprehensive emergency medical care to a diverse patient population</li><li>Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, advanced practice clinicians, and specialists</li><li>Utilize the EPIC electronic medical record system for accurate and timely documentation</li><li>Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities</li></ul><br><strong>Qualifications</strong><ul><li>MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school</li><li>Board-certified or board-eligible in emergency medicine (ABEM or ABOEM)</li><li>Active and unrestricted Texas medical license (or eligibility to obtain one)</li><li>DEA certification</li><li>Strong clinical and diagnostic skills with the ability to work independently</li></ul><br><strong>Facility Highlights</strong><ul><li>Certified Level IV trauma center by the state of Texas</li><li>Annual visits: 11,242, with a patient rate of 1.34 per hour</li><li>24 hours of physician coverage with 12-hour shifts</li><li>Laboratory and imaging services on-site with advanced imaging available</li><li>10 inpatient rooms, 2 trauma rooms, and an isolation room</li><li>Ability to transfer to nearby UT Health Tyler Level 1 trauma center, if needed</li><li>Total hospital beds: 130</li></ul><br><strong>About UT Health East Texas</strong><br>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>Apply today to make a difference in the communities of East Texas!<br><br>California Applicant Privacy Act: <a href="https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/">https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/</a>