A locum/travel Emergency Medicine physician opportunity is open in Quitman, Texas — a rural East Texas community setting where you will serve as a critical access provider with flexible shift scheduling and full professional liability coverage. This independent contractor engagement is built for physicians who want schedule control without sacrificing meaningful clinical work in a community that depends on its emergency providers.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation structure with flexible scheduling options — 12-hour and 24-hour shifts available
- Independent contractor (1099) engagement status
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Access to CME resources and professional development tools through a dedicated educational institute
- Wellness and referral programs available to participating physicians
Practice Highlights
- Emergency Medicine coverage in a rural East Texas community hospital setting
- Shift structure supports both short-stay and extended-coverage scheduling: 12-hour and 24-hour shifts
- Independent contractor model allows physicians to build a schedule that fits their availability
- Community-level acuity typical of rural East Texas critical access environments
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Texas
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity, including critical access volume
- Independent contractor practice model experience preferred
About the Community
Quitman is the county seat of Wood County in East Texas, situated along the shores of Lake Fork — one of the most celebrated bass fishing lakes in the United States and a major draw for outdoor enthusiasts year-round. The region offers a low cost of living, a tight-knit small-town atmosphere, and easy access to the Tyler and Longview metropolitan areas roughly an hour away. Physicians who value a quieter pace, natural recreation, and genuine community connection will find Quitman a compelling place to practice.