What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medicine Physician - Doctors Hospital of Laredo Saunders (FSED) position at SCP Health?
Service Line: EM
Position Title: Physician
Location: Doctors Hospital of Laredo Emergency Room Saunders, Laredo, Texas
Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Recruiter: Chris Norwood | | O 337.609.2566 | M 832.381.4392
Position Overview
Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health is seeking a dedicated Physician to join our dynamic team at Doctors Hospital Emergency Room Saunders. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve.
- Patient Volume: 26K annual ED volume Free-standing Emergency Room
- Specialties: Radiology services, including X-ray, CT and ultrasound
- Coverage Model: 24 Hours Physician Coverage - 12 hour shifts; 20 Hours APP Coverage - 10 hour shifts
- Number of Beds: 9 bed ED with 5 sub-waitings (4 recliners and 1 stretcher)
- EMR: Cerner
Qualifications
- Licensure: Current Texas Medical License and DEA
- Board Certification: Board Certified ABEM, ABFM, ABIM
- Badges: ATLS, ACLS, and PALS required.
Facility & Clinical Details
About Doctors Hospital of Laredo Emergency Room Saunders: Doctors Hospital Emergency Room Saunders is a freestanding emergency department located in central Laredo near the city’s main roads. Featuring six exam rooms, three rapid medical exam spaces, this facility offers 24-hour medical care, diagnostic laboratory and radiology services, including X-ray, CT and ultrasound.
Community Information
The Texas city of Laredo, county seat of Webb County, is situated on the north bank of the Rio Grande. This town offers low cost of living, plenty of great options for schools K-12, and options for higher education including Laredo Community College and Texas A & M International University. Laredo is about 135 miles west of Corpus Christi and about 150 miles southwest of San Antonio.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive compensation package with earning potential up to: $483,840
- Job Status: Open
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $50K
- No Non-Compete
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Dedicated Chief Wellness Officer and wellness programming for clinicians
- Established, respected, financially stable company
- Equitable scheduling patterns
- Dedicated on-site and regional leadership support
- Robust professional growth and leadership development opportunities
Why SCP Health
For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, we believe clinicians should focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional patient care.
We support our physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with national capabilities, regional leadership support, and evidence-based practices. Our approach combines clinician autonomy with comprehensive administrative support, enabling work-life balance while practicing at the top of your license.
By supporting our clinicians in delivering exceptional care, we improve the health of our communities.
Together, we heal.