Emergency Medicine
24-hour Single Physician Coverage Shifts in Wharton, TX
Profession: Physician
Speciality: Emergency Medicine
Location: Wharton, TX
Full Address: 10141 U.S. 59, Wharton, TX 77488
Position: Full Time, Independent Contractor (1099), Part-time
Status: Employee
IES in collaboration with OakBend Medical Center (OBMC) is actively recruiting Emergency Medicine physicians to join an established ED group in a Southwest Houston suburb. Options include W2 or 1099; full-time or part-time. Group members schedule among three area ERs for greater scheduling flexibility. A position to schedule at Wharton-only is available.
Emergency Departments:
OBMC -Wharton Campus in Wharton, TX
· 9,500 Patients per year (~1.1 Pts./hour)
· 24-hour single physician coverage: shift times 7:00
· Physician shifts: Mostly 24’s; 12-hour shifts allowed
· 6-bed ED
· 40 Bed Hospital
· Only MSU admissions (rehab program). Medical admissions go to other campuses.
OBMC ERs feature:
- Full labs on site; Xray, CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, US, POCUS
- EMR Paragon (formerly AllScripts); Dictation – Dragon
Option to schedule at two additional ERs:
OBMC Jackson Street Campus
· 16,500 Patients per year (~ 2 Pts./hour)
· 16 bed ED
· 120-Bed Hospital
· APP coverage 40 hr./wk. (M-F, noon-8pm)
· 24-hour physician coverage; shifts 7 to 7
· 10% admission rate; 5% transfers
OBMC -Williams Way Campus
· 11,300 Patients per year (~1.3 Pts./hour)
· 8 bed ED
· 57 Bed Hospital
· 24-hr. single physician coverage: 7 to 7
· 10% admission rate: 5% transfers
Hospital:
About: OakBend:
OakBend is a non-for-profit independent health system comprised of two hospitals in Richmond and one in Wharton located in the outer suburbs of SW Houston. OakBend serves Fort Bend County and the surrounding region, providing care for all ages and proudly offer “no-wait ER services”. These are all Lev 4 ERs.
Since 1947, OBMC has experienced continued growth, ensuring career longevity. Most recently, OBMC partnered with Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine to bring an ACGME Accredited OakBend Family Medicine Residency Program. (first class of residents started in August 2024). The program represents a commitment to expanding primary care access while training physicians in a growing community.
Required Qualifications
- BC/BE Emergency Medicine trained physician, or
- BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician with recent one year hospital ER experience in a comparable setting.
- Texas medical license and DEA
- ACLS, ATLS, PALS, NIH
Benefits
W2 -Benefits - We value the well-being of our Physicians and APPs and offer a competitive benefit package which includes but not limited to:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Access to quality healthcare, including preventive and specialized care for you and your family.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with Company Match – Plan for your future with our 401(k)-retirement savings plan, featuring a company match to help you build financial security.
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) – We support ongoing professional development by providing a generous annual allowance for Continuing Medical Education (CME), helping you stay current with the latest advancements in your field.
Community Information
The Gateway to the Texas Gulf Coast, Wharton is a city of nearly 9,000 residents, located 60 miles southwest of Houston along the Colorado River and on the I-69 corridor.