Physician

Service Line: EM

Position Title: Physician

Location: Laredo Medical Center, Laredo, Texas

Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Recruiter: Chris Norwood | | O | M

Position Overview

Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health is seeking a dedicated emergency medicine physician to join our dynamic team at Laredo Medical Center. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve.

• Annual patient volume: 47,000
• Specialties: Cardiology, Oncology, Neurology, Obstetrics, Orthopedics, Urology, Wound care and Bariatrics
• Coverage Model: 48-hour physician coverage (6a-6p, 7a-7p, 6p-6a, 7p-7a); 22-34 hours NP/PA coverage depending on day
• Number: Beds: 38 bed ED
• EMR: Cerner
• Cross credentialed with LMC Buena Vista and LMC North Central

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current Texas Medical License and DEA
• Board Certification: Board Certified ABEM, ABIM, ABFM
• Experience: 2 years ER experience for ABIM or ABIM
• Badges: ACLS and PALS required. ATLS once in career.

Facility & Clinical Details

Laredo Medical Center is home to a 26,000 square-foot emergency room (ER) that includes 38 private treatment rooms that offer bedside registration, flat screen TVs, access to designated bathrooms and a shower, a specialized gynecology exam room, in-house lab for quick turnaround results and an in-house radiology unit with all digital equipment. Laredo Medical Center is an Accredited Chest Pain Center Level v6 with Primary PCI to diagnose and care for people with heart attack symptoms.

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
• Signing bonus available
• 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.