Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Clinician in Athens, TX

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TeamHealth currently has full-time, part-time, and PRN openings for an emergency medicine (EM) physician assistant (PA) or nurse practitioner (NP) at UT Health Athens in Athens, Texas. Qualified candidates will have graduated from an accredited PA or NP program and have 2+ years of experience preferred in emergency medicine.

UT Health Athens is one of 10 facilities that comprise UT Health East Texas (UTHET):

• Comprised of 10 hospitals
• More than 50 physician clinics
• 13 regional rehabilitation facilities
• 2 free standing emergency centers
• Home health services covering 41 counties
• EMS fleet of more than 45 ambulances and 4 helicopters
• Comprehensive 7 trauma center care network
• Level 1 Trauma Center
• Partnership with the University of Texas System, providing patients access to leading-edge research and clinical therapies

• 26,200 annual visits
• 127-bed hospital
• 12-hour shifts for both experienced APCs and physicians
• Level IV Trauma
• Level III stroke support facility designated by the Texas Department of State Health Services
• Emergency room nurses with Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and Emergency Pediatric Course (EPNC)
• Diagnostic services featuring X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT with iDose radiation reduction and other imaging modalities when needed
• Maternity unit featuring eight LDRP suites
• Laboratory services on-site
• Private treatment rooms
• EPIC EMR

Position Highlights:

• Competitive W2 compensation package including enhanced sign-on for part-time and full-time clinicians
  
• Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term, long-term disability benefits for full-time
  
• 401k with company match
  
• State license and DEA reimbursement
  
• Paid professional liability insurance with tail
  
• A network of thousands of clinicians nationwide promoting collaboration and communication
  
• Access to professional development tools, educational resources and CME through the TeamHealth Institute
  
• Outstanding area public and private schools; high test scores
  
• Small-town comforts with easy proximity to metropolitan cities (68 miles to Dallas)
  
• The many lakes, tall pines, and ideal climate make for scenic views and great outdoor recreation
  
• Affordable housing and low cost of living
  
• Various lifestyle choices for living; lakefront, historical homes, or suburban; all within 15 to 30 minutes from the clinic/hospital
  
• No state income tax

Athens, Texas

Athens is a bustling small southern town and a hidden gem in the heart of east Texas. Founded in 1846, Athens celebrates a fascinating heritage and is committed to the preservation of its history as well as continued growth for future generations. With Cedar Creek Lake and the Trinity River to the west, Lake Athens to the East, and Dallas only 68 miles away, Athens is the perfect mix of small-town charm with big-city options.