Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas
Commonwealth Medical Services· West - Hendrick Healthcare
About this role
Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO)
Position Summary
The Emergency Medicine Physician provides immediate evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients presenting with acute illness or injury in the emergency department. This role requires rapid clinical decision-making, management of high-acuity and undifferentiated patients, and coordination of care across multiple specialties to ensure timely, high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide range of acute medical, surgical, and traumatic conditions
- Perform emergency medical procedures, including airway management, resuscitation, procedural sedation, wound management, and fracture stabilization, consistent with training and privileges
- Rapidly assess and prioritize patients based on acuity and clinical urgency
- Interpret diagnostic studies, including laboratory tests, imaging, and electrocardiograms
- Initiate stabilization, treatment, and disposition plans, including admission, transfer, or discharge
- Collaborate with consulting services, nursing staff, EMS, and ancillary teams
- Participate in trauma, stroke, STEMI, and sepsis response protocols, as applicable
- Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and departmental initiatives
- Supervise and educate residents, advanced practice providers, and learners, as applicable
- Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an accredited emergency medicine residency program
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Emergency Medicine
- Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
- DEA registration or eligibility
- BLS, ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certification as required
Skills and Competencies
- Expertise in acute care medicine and emergency procedures
- Strong clinical judgment and rapid decision-making abilities
- Ability to perform effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to patient safety, efficiency, and evidence-based care
Work Environment
- Emergency department within an acute care hospital
- Shift-based scheduling, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and move continuously throughout clinical shifts
- Manual dexterity for emergency procedures
- Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and rapid response
Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position at Commonwealth Medical Services located?
This Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas role at Commonwealth Medical Services is based in Abilene, Texas, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas role at Commonwealth Medical Services full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas role in the West - Hendrick Healthcare department at Commonwealth Medical Services.
Which team or department does the Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas at Commonwealth Medical Services belong to?
This Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position is part of the West - Hendrick Healthcare department at Commonwealth Medical Services. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position at Commonwealth Medical Services?
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When was the Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas job at Commonwealth Medical Services posted?
This Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas position at Commonwealth Medical Services was posted on Jan 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) - Texas
Commonwealth Medical Services
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