What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medicine Physician San Antonio, Texas position at SCP Health?
Service Line: EM
Position Title: Physician
Location: CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Emergency Center-Alon - EM , San Antonio , Texas
Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor, Part Time
Recruiter: Lisa Elizondo | |
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 CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Emergency Center-Alon - EM. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve.
- Patient Volume: 10K Annual ED Volume
- Coverage Model: 2 Physician shifts per day (6a-6p, 6p-6a)
- Number of Beds: 10 bed freestanding pediatrics ED
- EMR: EPIC with Abridge AI Note
- Admissions/Transfers: 7% Admission Rate
Qualifications
- Education: Emergency Medicine residency training
- Licensure: Must have or be able to obtain a Texas medical license
- Board Certification: Must be board eligible/board certified
- Experience: Residents welcome to join our team post-residency
- Requirements: ATLS and Peds case logs
Facility & Clinical Details
- About CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Emergency Center-Alon - EM: CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Emergency Center - Alon is a freestanding emergency department that offers the appeal of a community based emergency setting backed by the resources of the broader CHRISTUS Health System. Physicians and patients benefit from access to system-wide specialty support, streamlined transfers, and established referral pathways when higher-acuity care is needed. The freestanding model provides an efficient workflow and positive patient experience while maintaining 24/7 emergency capabilities such as 24/7 ultrasound, CT and radiology services.
- Innovation/Growth: Join a large group with a close-knit, collaborative culture with access to innovative tools and insights backed by SCP's clinical technology platform.
- Teamwork/Culture: Enjoy a collaborative, mission-aligned culture across emergency medicine, hospital medicine and critical care service lines with a clear path for professional development and leadership opportunities.
Community Information
San Antonio offers a compelling mix of strong earning potential and lifestyle balance. As one of the country's largest healthcare markets, the city has a large and growing medical ecosystem while maintaining a lower cost of living than many major metro areas, allowing physician incomes to stretch further, especially with no state income tax in Texas. Outside of work, physicians enjoy year-round recreation, from golf, parks, hiking and biking trails and nearby Hill Country getaways to professional sports, family attractions, and a nationally known food scene. San Antonio often appeals to physicians seeking a more manageable pace, shorter commutes than other metro areas, and more time to enjoy life and hobbies without sacrificing access to big-city amenities.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive compensation at $220 per hour
- Job Status: 1099 Independent Contractor, Part Time
- 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.
Salary : $220