A well-established emergency medicine group is recruiting an independent contractor Emergency Medicine physician for a community emergency department in Stephenville, Texas — a growing small city in the heart of the Erath County region southwest of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. This is a stable, long-term engagement with a nationally recognized emergency medicine organization, offering genuine clinical autonomy, access to robust professional development infrastructure, and a patient safety culture recognized by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation package for independent contractor (1099) engagement
- Independent contractor status with scheduling flexibility
- Access to CME resources, educational tools, and professional development programming through a dedicated clinician institute
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within a large, multi-site emergency medicine organization
- Clinician wellness program with dedicated resources supporting work-life balance
- Practice backed by an AHRQ-listed Patient Safety Organization, providing quality and liability infrastructure
Practice Highlights
- Community emergency department setting in Stephenville, TX, serving Erath County and the surrounding region
- Clinical autonomy within the emergency department — physicians direct their own patient care decisions
- Supported by the operational stability of a well-established, nationally respected emergency medicine organization
- AHRQ-recognized Patient Safety Organization framework in place, supporting evidence-based, high-reliability care delivery
- Access to a broad network of subspecialty and peer resources across a large multi-site physician group
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Texas
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity
About the Community
Stephenville is a welcoming small city of approximately 22,000 residents situated in Erath County, roughly 90 miles southwest of Fort Worth — close enough for easy access to a major metropolitan area while offering a distinctly lower cost of living, strong community character, and a relaxed pace of life. Home to Tarleton State University, the city supports a vibrant local economy, quality public schools, and a tight-knit community culture. The surrounding Hill Country terrain offers outdoor recreation, ranching heritage, and the kind of lifestyle that draws physicians seeking balance between meaningful rural practice and proximity to a major urban center.