Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) – Locum Tenens

Freestanding Emergency Department | Alamo, Texas

Position Overview

Seeking qualified Emergency Medicine physicians for a freestanding emergency department in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. This opportunity offers 12-hour day and night shifts in a 24/7 emergency care setting with on-site laboratory and advanced imaging capabilities.

• Specialty: Emergency Medicine

• Provider Type: MD/DO

• Location: Alamo, Texas

• Facility Type: Freestanding Emergency Department

• Annual Patient Volume: Approximately 22,000

• Bed Count: 14

• EMR: Cerner (PowerNote ED) with Dragon

• Schedule: 12-hour shifts

  • Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

  • Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Clinical Environment

Practice in a 24/7 emergency department providing comprehensive emergency services, trauma stabilization, and observation care.

Available Resources

• On-site laboratory services

• CT imaging

• X-ray imaging

• Emergency treatment areas and triage bays

• Trauma stabilization and observation services

Candidate Requirements

Education

• MD or DO degree

• Completion of a minimum three-year residency program

Board Certification

• ABEM or ABOEM

• ABIM or ABFM physicians with Emergency Medicine experience will also be considered

Clinical Experience
Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Emergency Medicine residency trained, or

• Minimum of one year of Emergency Medicine experience as an MD/DO

Additional Requirements for ABIM/ABFM Physicians

Must obtain and maintain the following American Heart Association certifications:

• ATLS

• BLS

• ACLS

• PALS

• NRP

Licensure and Credentialing

• Active Texas medical license or ability to obtain one

• IMLC accepted as of October 29, 2026

• Active DEA required

• Cross-credentialing at multiple emergency department locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley is mandatory

• ABEM physicians must also complete additional cross-credentialing at an affiliated hospital

Submission Requirements

Interested candidates should provide:

• Current CV

• Board certification status

• Texas medical license status or licensure pathway

• DEA status

• Availability and anticipated start date

• Malpractice history

• Explanation of any gaps in work history

Location Highlights

Located in the Rio Grande Valley near McAllen, Alamo offers affordable living, quality schools, outdoor recreation, a vibrant blend of U.S. and Mexican cultures, and access to the Texas Gulf Coast.

Interested in this opportunity? Submit your CV, availability, and licensing details for consideration.