<p>A 120-bed community hospital in San Antonio, Texas is recruiting independent contractor Emergency Medicine physicians for immediate locum/Envoy coverage. Methodist Hospital Texsan is a premier heart and orthopedic destination in South Texas, offering a boutique, high-acuity environment with robust specialty backup and 24-hour physician coverage. The 8-bed ED plus 3-bed Fast Track sees 11,000–15,000 visits annually — a manageable volume with strong subspecialty support that makes this an attractive assignment for experienced EM clinicians.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive 1099 independent contractor rate</li> <li>Travel and lodging covered</li> <li>Professional liability (malpractice) insurance covered</li> <li>Flexible block scheduling with 12-hour shifts</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>120-bed facility with a boutique, intimate care model and strong regional reputation</li> <li>8-bed emergency department plus a 3-bed Fast Track unit</li> <li>Annual ED volume of 11,000–15,000 visits; patients per hour ratio of 1.0–1.25</li> <li>24-hour physician coverage with 12-hour shifts: 7a–7p and 7p–7a</li> <li>APP coverage 12p–12a (12-hour overlap) providing mid-level support during peak hours</li> <li>Specialty backup available in General Surgery, Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, Urology, Neurosurgery, and Cardiology</li> <li>EMR: Meditech</li> <li>Facility is recognized for advanced cardiovascular services, the Joint Replacement Academy, and The Center for Spine — bringing a high-acuity, subspecialty-rich referral base to the ED</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility through ABEM or AOBEM accepted</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency</li> <li>Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Comfort with the full spectrum of community ED acuity, including cardiovascular and orthopedic presentations consistent with this facility's specialty focus</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>San Antonio is one of Texas's most culturally rich and livable major cities, anchored by a deep colonial heritage, the iconic River Walk, and world-class attractions including the Alamo and HemisFair Park's 750-foot Tower of the Americas. The city offers a low cost of living relative to other major metros, a warm climate, and a diverse culinary and arts scene — all within easy reach of the Texas Hill Country. For clinicians considering a longer-term relocation, San Antonio consistently ranks among the most family-friendly large cities in the South, with strong school options and abundant outdoor recreation.</p>