A Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician is needed for locum/independent contractor coverage at a Level II Trauma Center in Webster, Texas — a Houston suburb anchored by one of the Gulf Coast region's most comprehensive pediatric platforms. The facility operates the area's only PICU with 24/7 in-house coverage, a dedicated pediatric emergency department, and a deep bench of pediatric subspecialty support. With approximately 18,000 annual pediatric ED visits and roughly 32 patients per day, this is a high-acuity, well-resourced environment for a fellowship-trained clinician seeking meaningful clinical volume in a major metro market.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation structured for independent contractor (1099) engagement
- Professional liability (malpractice) insurance paid
- Travel and lodging fully covered with concierge-level travel arrangements
- Flexible shift structure across multiple time blocks to accommodate out-of-state or traveling physicians
Practice Highlights
- Dedicated pediatric emergency department within a full-service acute care campus
- Annual pediatric ED volume: approximately 18,000 visits; roughly 32 patients per day (PPH basis)
- Level II Trauma Center designation — full pediatric trauma capability
- 24/7 in-house PICU coverage on campus — the only PICU in the immediate area
- Level III NICU on site with neonatology support
- Shift options (50-hour physician blocks): 6a–4p, 8a–6p, 2p–12a, 4p–2a, 9p–6a, and 12p–8p surge shift
- Robust on-call subspecialty backup: Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Genetics, Infectious Disease, Neonatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Otolaryngology, Pulmonology, Surgery, Anesthesiology, and Urology
- Campus also houses a dedicated heart hospital, neuroscience institute, and comprehensive women's services including high-risk obstetrics
- Advanced cardiovascular, neurological, and orthopedic service lines available for complex multi-system pediatric cases
Qualifications
- Fellowship training in Pediatric Emergency Medicine required
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- Active Texas medical license required at time of engagement
- Comfort with full-spectrum pediatric ED acuity including Level II trauma presentations
About the Community
Webster is a well-regarded Houston suburb in Harris County, consistently ranked among the best places to live in Texas. With a population of approximately 12,300, it offers the accessibility of a major metropolitan area — Houston's medical center, cultural institutions, professional sports, and international airport are all within easy reach — alongside a lower cost of living and a community-oriented pace. The Gulf Coast location provides year-round outdoor recreation, waterfront access, and a diverse, family-friendly environment that appeals to physicians relocating from across the country.