This locum tenens Emergency Medicine opportunity in Amarillo, Texas places physicians in a fast-paced community ED setting with a highly competitive 1099 hourly rate, full travel reimbursement, and scribe support built into every shift. Amarillo anchors the Texas Panhandle as the region's largest city, offering a low cost of living, a strong medical community, and straightforward access from major hub airports. Physicians who commit to consistent monthly volume are rewarded with a meaningful production bonus on top of an already strong base rate.
Perks and Benefits
- Very competitive 1099 physician hourly rate with additional bonus for committing to more than 8 shifts per month
- Full travel reimbursement: flight, rental car, hotel, and parking covered (minimum 3–4 consecutive shifts required to qualify)
- Daily food per diem for every day worked
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Scribes provided and paid for — no documentation burden on the physician
Practice Highlights
- Independent contractor (1099) engagement with flexible block scheduling designed to accommodate out-of-state physicians
- Consecutive shift structure (minimum 3–4 shifts per block) supports efficient travel and maximizes time on-site
- Scribe support on every shift, allowing physicians to focus on clinical care and throughput
- Volume-based bonus incentive rewards physicians who commit to 8 or more shifts per month, aligning productivity with compensation
- Emergency Medicine practice in Amarillo, the regional hub for the Texas Panhandle, with a broad catchment population and full-spectrum ED acuity
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one prior to start
- Comfort with the full range of community and regional ED acuity
- Ability to commit to a minimum of 3–4 consecutive shifts per scheduling block to qualify for travel reimbursement
About the Community
Amarillo is the commercial and medical center of the Texas Panhandle, a region known for its wide-open landscapes, low cost of living, and genuine Western character. The city offers a full range of amenities — dining, arts, professional sports, and outdoor recreation including Palo Duro Canyon State Park, the second-largest canyon in the United States — all without the congestion or cost of a major metro. Direct flights connect Amarillo to Dallas, Denver, and other hub cities, making it an easy and efficient destination for traveling physicians.