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ER PHYSICIAN - AUSTIN ER - MUELLER - $205/hr

12/11/2025

As an ER Physician, you will provide immediate medical attention to patients requiring emergency care and ensure they are stabilized before further treatment. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.

Working Hours

36 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Located in Houston, Texas, Altus Community Healthcare's mission is to serve our neighborhood and surrounding areas with the highest standards of medical care and compassion. We use cutting-edge medical technology to give each patient individualized attention of the highest possible standard. Excellence is something we take seriously, and our staff is dedicated to making sure our patients feel safe and secure in our care. Being a part of the Houston community is important to us, and we hope to fulfill that role by making high-quality healthcare accessible to all. The connections we've made here are invaluable, so we try to give back whenever we can. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care for our patients and their loved ones.
About the Role

Description

 

Physicians can simply e-mail a CV directly to: Careers@AustinER.com

This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective emergency medical care across specified locations while aligning with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. Focus is on providing high-quality patient care as part of a healthcare team.

Location: 1801 E. 51st St., Building H, Austin, TX 78723


Job Type:

  • Full Time Physician – commitment obligations of 144 hours/month

OR

  • Part Time Physician – commitment obligations of 72 hours/month

As an ER Physician, you will be responsible for providing immediate medical attention to patients who require emergency care. You will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure best possible patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

  • Immediate Evaluation and Diagnosis: Assess patients’ medical conditions upon arrival in the emergency room.
  • Administering Treatments: Provide urgent medical treatments, including performing necessary surgical procedures.
  • Stabilization: Ensure patients are stabilized before further treatment or transfer to other medical departments.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, paramedics, and specialists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Diagnostic Tests: Interpret various diagnostic tests
  • Communication: Communicate effectively with patients and their families about diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment plans.
  • Record Keeping: Document and maintain detailed records of patients’ visits, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.
  • Professional Development: Stay updated with advancements in emergency medicine and participate in ongoing professional development activities

Performance KPI: The KPI framework is divided into three primary categories, each focused on enhancing patient care, operational efficiency, and provider engagement.

  • Quality KPIs : Quality KPIs prioritize patient experience and clinical outcomes. Each metric is tied to a specific goal.
  • Throughput KPIs: Throughput KPIs evaluate operational efficiency, specifically the speed and smoothness of patient flow in the facility.
  • Citizenship KPI : The Citizenship KPI rewards contributions that enhance the overall team dynamic, which, while intangible, can significantly influence workplace morale and performance.

We offer competitive hourly rates, which include Observation/Holiday pay and a robust benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and advancement. If you are a dedicated and compassionate ER Physician looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply mail-to: Careers@AustinER.com

Requirements

 

  • Active Texas State Licensure
  • Completed Residency in any Specialty
  • One year of Emergency Medicine or an Emergency Medicine Residency
  • PALS/ACLS/ATLS (BLS preferred)
  • Experience in a free-standing emergency department or urgent care setting (preferred)
  • Experience managing multiple clinical sites and leading cross-functional teams
  • Medical degree from an accredited medical institution or program
  • Deep knowledge of current medical practices, procedures, and equipment
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work and think quickly in a high-stress environment
  • Internal, Family or Emergency Medicine backgrounds are preferred


Key Skills
Emergency MedicinePatient CareCollaborationCommunicationRecord KeepingDiagnostic TestsSurgical ProceduresProfessional DevelopmentHigh-Stress EnvironmentClinical ManagementTeam LeadershipPatient StabilizationMedical EvaluationACLSPALSATLS
Categories
Healthcare
Benefits
Observation/Holiday PayRobust Benefits PackageOpportunities For Professional DevelopmentAdvancement
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