Emergency Medicine Physician - EM/FP/IM Perm - Smithville, TX 78957
Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Location: Smithville, TX (J-1 Eligible)
Company: Optigy
Type: Permanent | Full-Time | Onsite
Salary: $165/hr (W2) - $205/hr (1099)
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Position Overview:
Optigy is seeking board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physicians (or Family Medicine/Internal Medicine physicians with Emergency Medicine experience) to join a well-supported, community-focused Level IV Trauma Center in Smithville, TX. This low-volume rural emergency department offers excellent lifestyle balance with 24/7 physician coverage, on-site imaging and diagnostics, and a smooth transfer process for trauma and critical care cases. Located just 40 miles from Austin, this role is ideal for providers seeking autonomy, a collaborative team, and small-town charm with big-city proximity.
Emergency Department:
ED Volume: 8,000 annual visits
ED Beds: 6
Patients per Hour: 0.8
Admission Rate: 6%
Coverage Model: 12- and 24-hour shifts with 24 hours of physician coverage daily
EMR: Cerner
Qualifications:
o BC/BP in Emergency Medicine
o OR BC/BP in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine with Emergency Medicine experience
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Compensation:
Base Compensation: $165/hr (W2) - $205/hr (1099)
Sign-On Bonus: $60,000
CME/BEA: Annual allowance
Licensing & Credentialing Support Included
Employment Models: W-2 and 1099 available
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Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Free daily meals provided by the onsite cafeteria
Paid Military and Parental Leave
Short- and Long-Term Disability (own occupation)
Student Loan Refinancing options
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Intangibles & Professional Development:
National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB)
24/7/365 live physician support
Internal professional development programs and leadership tracks
Annual Clinical Assembly
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About the Community:
Smithville, TX is a scenic and historic small town nestled between Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and College Station. Known as the Heart of the Megalopolis, it offers a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities. Enjoy charming downtown shops, the annual Festival of Lights and Jamboree, and recreational access to Bastrop and Buescher State Parks. Smithville is a designated Film Friendly Texas city and provides the perfect setting for providers seeking purpose and balance.
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Recruiter Contact:
Stephen Kanfer
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