<p>A full-time Emergency Medicine Physician opportunity is available at a 67-bed acute care hospital in Jourdanton, Texas — approximately 45 minutes south of San Antonio — anchored by a Level IV Trauma Center and an emergency department seeing roughly 15,000 patients annually. This is an independent contractor (1099) engagement offering up to 120 hours per month across 12-hour shifts, with 24-hour daily ED coverage. J1 visa candidates are welcome, making this a strong option for internationally trained physicians seeking a supported entry into U.S. emergency practice.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive 1099 independent contractor compensation structure</li> <li>Up to 120 hours per month with 12-hour shift scheduling</li> <li>J1 visa sponsorship accepted</li> <li>Additional benefits available per individual agreement</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Emergency department volume of approximately 15,000 patients annually</li> <li>67-bed acute care facility with a designated Level IV Trauma Center</li> <li>12-hour shifts structured to provide continuous 24-hour ED coverage</li> <li>Meditech EMR system in use (prior experience preferred but not required)</li> <li>Skilled, team-oriented ED staff committed to high-acuity community care</li> <li>Located 45 minutes south of San Antonio, serving a regional South Texas patient population</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (MD or DO)</li> <li>MD or DO degree required</li> <li>Prior emergency medicine practice experience preferred</li> <li>Eligibility for Texas medical licensure</li> <li>Ability to sustain high-volume ED workload across 12-hour shifts</li> <li>J1 visa candidates eligible to apply</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Jourdanton is the county seat of Atascosa County in South Texas, offering a small-town atmosphere with low cost of living and easy access to the full amenities of San Antonio — one of the nation's largest cities — just 45 minutes to the north. The region features a warm climate, proximity to the Texas Hill Country, and a tight-knit community that values its local healthcare providers. Physicians who prefer a quieter residential base without sacrificing urban access will find this corridor a practical and appealing place to build a practice.</p>