Hospitalist Physician
US Acute Care Solutions - Kerrville, TX
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Join to apply for the Hospitalist Physician role at US Acute Care Solutions7 months ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Hospitalist Physician role at US Acute Care SolutionsA cohesive team of 10 Hospitalist physicians and 4 Hospitalist APPsThe team is supported by an IAC RN and an administrative coordinatorIntegrated Acute Care model where all providers are partners of one team covering Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, and Critical Care MedicineMost patients admitted through the ED come under the Hospitalist serviceHospitalists also provide medical consultation to the inpatient rehab unit staffed by dedicated physiatristsHospitalists hand off patients to the Intensivist when requiring transfer to the ICUMultispecialty supportProcedures not requiredHospitalist ServiceAverage Daily Encounters: 77A cohesive team of 10 Hospitalist physicians and 4 Hospitalist APPsThe team is supported by an IAC RN and an administrative coordinatorIntegrated Acute Care model where all providers are partners of one team covering Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, and Critical Care MedicineMost patients admitted through the ED come under the Hospitalist serviceHospitalists also provide medical consultation to the inpatient rehab unit staffed by dedicated physiatristsHospitalists hand off patients to the Intensivist when requiring transfer to the ICUMultispecialty supportProcedures not requiredRehabilitation Unit26-bed unitAverage Daily Encounters: 14Provides medical consultation services in coordination with dedicated physiatrists in the Acute Rehab UnitInpatient rehabilitation unitStroke Specialty programSupport of on-site hospitalist physicians and APPsThe team is supported by an IAC RN and Administrative Coordinator7 days on/7 days off schedulePre-operative clinicRehab APP provides clearance for elective orthopedic surgical candidatesTuesday – Friday: 4 scheduled patients per dayBenefitsFinancial Benefits:$4,000 tax-free CME/BEA annually$6,500 plus your state and DEA license in year one for new graduatesGroundbreaking 100% Paid Parental LeavePioneering Paid Military LeaveStudent loan refinancing as low as 2.99%Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Rx coverageShort- and long-term disability (own occupation)Unmatched medical malpractice including tail and free litigation supportUSACS malpractice claims are less than 1/2 the national average!Intangible BenefitsLocation flexibility and career stability of a national groupNational Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected physiciansClinical Management Tools (CMTs) provide evidence-based support24/7/365 live physician supportProfessional Development Programs including:Scholars (Leadership Training)Efficiency AcademyEngagement & Experience AcademyUSACS Annual Assembly opportunityInternal USACS STAT traveling physiciansHospital124-bed facilityNamed for local businessman Sid Peterson, this private hospital was named one of the “Top 20” Rural Community Hospitals in the nation—the only hospital in Texas on the listServes a primary service area of 45,000+ peopleHospitalists admit 85% of patients from the Emergency DepartmentStroke patients who receive fibrinolytic or who meet criteria for arterial thrombectomy are transferred to San Antonio after consultation with a Tele-NeurologistSpecialty backup includes cardiology, ENT, OB/GYNCommunityMedical professionals in Kerrville enjoy a lifestyle that blends all the best aspects of rural, suburban, and urban life. With excellent housing, real estate costs, and state- and nationally-distinguished schools, Kerrville is the perfect hometown for families. Outdoor recreational activities such as flying, hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, triathlons, and photography abound in this beautiful area of the Texas Hill Country. Since both San Antonio and Austin are within a one- to two-hour drive, Kerrville is a perfect choice for physicians who want to practice in a smaller community with metropolitan amenities nearby.Other USACS services at this locationEmergency DepartmentTrauma Designation: Level IVED Volume: 35,000ED Beds: 20ED Admission Rate: 21%ED Transfer Rate: 4%Staffing Model:27-33 hours of daily physician coverage9-12 hour physician shifts plus two overlapping APP shifts per dayEMR: MeditechBC (or BE) in Emergency Medicine (preferred) or BC in FP/IM with a minimum of five years of ED experienceStroke certified; however, still transfer patients who require lytics and/or arterial thrombectomyCritical CareICU Volume: 8ICU Model: Closed, 12-bed ICU (to include step down); admits by critical care intensivists 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.APP admits overnight 6 p.m. - 6 a.m.ICU Staffing Model: 10 hours per day in-house intensivist; 7 days per weekMixed Medical-Surgical ICURespond to codes when on-siteWork collaboratively with the rest of the IAC team (ED, HM)Visa Opportunity CareerJ1 Visa LocationCap ExemptAbout USACSAs a hospitalist within USACS, you'll be part of a team unique in today's industry. USACS provides physicians with ownership, unparalleled benefits and the opportunity to practice within a evidence-based model emphasizing quality, long-term wealth building and a culture of shared ownership. USACS physicians enjoy the security and resources of a large, national group without sacrificing the advantages typically found in local groups.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at US Acute Care Solutions by 2xGet notified about new Medical Doctor jobs in Kerrville, TX.Mountain Home, TX $179,900.00-$239,900.00 13 hours agoClinic Medical Director - Kerrville, TX.Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) PhysicianKerrville, TX $23,068.08-$25,432.58 3 months agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-10-06