Physician | SCP Health – Together, We Heal

Position Overview

Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health is seeking a dedicated Physician to join our dynamic team at Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve.

• Patient Volume: 23k annual ED volume
• Coverage Model: 34 hour physician coverage – (7a-7p, 3pm-11pm, 7p-7a); 12 hour APP coverage – (11a-11p)
• Number of Beds: 8 ED beds
• Acuity: Level III Pediatric Trauma Center
• EMR: Epic

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Texas license and DEA
• Board Certification: PEM board certified
• Skills & Procedures: ACLS, PALS, ATLS at least once in career

Facility & Clinical Details

About Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley: New to Edinburg, TX in 2024, Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley is a freestanding pediatric hospital independently operated by Driscoll Health System and the only designated freestanding children's hospital in the Rio Grande Valley. The hospital provides comprehensive, specialized care through a full spectrum of pediatric services, including cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, nephrology, orthopedics, otolaryngology, and pulmonology. Services include acute inpatient and outpatient surgical care supported by pediatric anesthesiologists, 24/7 emergency services, a 63-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, an 8-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, rehabilitation services encompassing physical, occupational, and speech therapy, advanced imaging including MRI with anesthesia when indicated, and on-site laboratory services. In addition, the hospital offers a dedicated Child Life Program to educate patients and caregivers while helping reduce stress and anxiety throughout the healthcare experience, as well as a pediatric residency program based in the Rio Grande Valley to support medical education and regional workforce development.

Community Information

Edinburg is located in the Rio Grande Valley, a four-county area. It is the county seat of Hidalgo, the seventh largest county in Texas, and is home to the University of Texas-Pan American, the state's tenth largest public university. Edinburg offers a great quality of life, options for top-ranked schools, low cost of living, and plenty of recreational activities. Edinburg is 2 hours and 15 minutes south of Corpus Christi and only a little over an hour west of the Gulf Coast.

By supporting our clinicians in delivering exceptional care, we improve the health of our communities.

Together, we heal.

About SCP Health

SCP Health optimally deploys comprehensive clinical talent, technology, and practice management, creating innovative health care solutions to deliver cost-effective, high-quality care and an exceptional patient experience.At SCP Health we are committed to empowering our clinicians. We open countless opportunities for you to find the position that best aligns with your passion. Our clinical experts know what it’s like to be in your shoes and provide support throughout your career. We also offer continuing education, transparent communication, performance insights, and leadership development to help you thrive.