Uniquely traditional ED Practice in Houston's SW outer Suburb

Now hiring full-time or part-time Emergency Medicine physicians for OakBend Medical Center's (OBMC) ER campuses in Richmond, Texas. OBMC is the only independent health system in Texas which ensures physicians the practice support best suited for area’s patient care.  This OBMC commitment, aligned with the IES Physician-owned and managed ER group, unincumbered by outside investors, makes for the ultimate model to achieve excellence in healthcare. 

Join this superb group of Emergency Medicine physicians who value what this unique practice has to offer and truly enjoy the day-to-day work of a well-supported Emergency Department.  

OBMC has two (2) hospital-based ED’s in Richmond and one (1) ER in nearby Wharton, TX.  By cross-credentialing at 3 area ERs, scheduling flexibility and options are extended for the ultimate long-term group practice experience. OBMC provides care for all ages and proudly offer “no-wait ER services”.  These are Lev 3 and Lev 4 ER with most medical specialists represented.

OBMC Jackson Street Campus (1 of 3 ERs)

Emergency Department:

• 16,500 Patients per year
• 45 patients per day (2 Pts./hour) - 15% admissions rate
• 16-bed ED
• APP Coverage 56 hours/week (Noon to 8PM)
• 24-hour physician coverage; shifts 7A-7P; 7P-7A
• Hospitalist station is convenient adjacent to the ER.

Hospital:

• 120-Bed Hospital
• Full labs on site; Xray, CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, US, POCUS
• EMR Paragon (formerly AllScripts); Dictation – Dragon

OBMC Williams Way Campus (2 of 3 ERs)

Emergency Department:

• 11,300 patients per year
• 31 patients per day (1.8 Pts./hour); 15% admissions rate
• 8 bed ED
• Single physician coverage – shifts: 7A -7P; 7P-7A

Hospital:

• 57 Bed Hospital
• Full lab on site; XRAY, CT, US, POCUS
• EMR Paragon (formerly AllScripts); Dictation – Dragon
• OB/woman’s services focus, physician backup readily available in-house

OBMC -Wharton Campus (3 of 3 ERs)

• 9,500 Patients per year
• 26 Patients/ day (1.1 /hr)-15% admissions rate
• 6-bed ED
• Physician shifts: 24 hours – single physician coverage
• 40 Bed Hospital
• Full labs, Xray, CT, US, POCUS
• EMR Paragon (formerly AllScripts); Dictation – Dragon

Required Qualifications:

• BC/BE Emergency Medicine trained physician
• BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician with recent one year of post-graduate hospital ER experience
• Texas medical license (or ability to obtain) and DEA
• ACLS, ATLS, PALS

1099 or W2 Status options Available

W2 Benefits (Package available on request)

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) Allowance – 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.
• Occurrence-Based Malpractice Coverage – Provides coverage for claims related to professional services rendered during the policy period.

The Community: Richmond, TX is a sprawling outer suburb Southwest of Houston. Culturally rich city of Houston is dynamic with over 2 million residents. This community offers a combination of a tranquil and convenient suburban lifestyle, with the big city attractions nearby.  The city attracts visitors and transplants from around the world with world class medical centers, booming energy business, shipping port, two major airports, and home to NASA. Houston has fine arts, cultural events, award-winning cuisine, and is close to the beaches on the Texas Gulf Coast not to mention the many nearby lakes and rivers.

About IES:

Integrative Emergency Services (IES) was created to be a safe haven for emergency medicine physician groups to allow physician leaders to create the best places to give and receive care. We do not have outside investors borrowing from tomorrow to create the opportunity today, so we can perform without non-clinicians dictating what is right for our patients. Achievements in excellence for healthcare performance and contract/physician retention (95%) are the cornerstone of our proven track record. View our YouTube videos to explore from IES founder and physician leaders our culture and strategy for continued growth.  https://www.ies.healthcare/about

OakBend Medical Center’s Williams Way Hospital Campus is located on Southwest Freeway in Richmond, Texas.  Williams Way is a full-service acute care hospital and is home to unique health care programs in Fort Bend County including the only No Wait Emergency Room, and the most advanced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Level II). Their award-winning Labor & Delivery department calls this campus home.

As the last remaining independent nonprofit hospital in the Greater Houston Area, OakBend's mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate health care for our community, regardless of ability to pay. Their commitment extends beyond the hospital doors as in partnership with the community to ensure a healthy future for generations to come.

OakBend is home to the only No Wait Hospital Emergency Room in the Greater Houston Area. OakBend Medical Center’s three Emergency Care Centers feature physicians with advanced training in trauma life support skills and nurses with advanced training in trauma nursing core curriculum and pediatric care. The dedicated nursing staff is credentialed in ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and ENPC. The Emergency Care Centers are affiliated with local nursing schools to provide clinical rotations for RN and EMT students of all levels. Their air ambulance has transfer agreements in place with several Texas Medical Center hospitals for the care of severely injured trauma patients and pediatric patients.