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Belton, Texas

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights-FSED -EM- Physician

Emergency MedicineFull-Time

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Job Description

DESCRIPTION

TeamHealth is seeking emergency medicine physicians for the new Seton Medical

Center Harker Heights South Campus freestanding emergency department in Belton,

Texas. This brand new FSED is opening early 2027. Enjoy the flexibility of a

lower-volume freestanding emergency department with the option to pick up

additional shifts at the affiliated TeamHealth emergency department.

Opportunity Highlights

* Expected February 2027 opening (projected opening date subject to

construction timeline and operational readiness)

* Single physician coverage

* 24-hour shifts

* Projected volume of approximately 25 patients per day

* Competitive flat hourly compensation

* W-2 employment- PRN, part-time, and full-time opportunities available

Flexible Practice Options

Physicians may practice exclusively at the new FSED or supplement their schedule

with shifts at the affiliated TeamHealth emergency department, Seton Medical

Center Harker Heights.

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights South Campus (New FSED)

* Brand-new freestanding emergency department

* Located in the rapidly growing Belton/Salado corridor

* Modern facility designed to expand emergency care access throughout the

region

* Direct transfer pathways to the affiliated hospital when specialty

consultation, admission, or higher-acuity care is needed

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights

* TeamHealth-managed emergency department

* Level IV Trauma Center

* Approximately 48,000 annual ED visits

* 17-bed emergency department plus fast track

* EPIC EMR

* 10-hour physician shifts

* 40 physician hours daily

* 40 APC hours daily

* Experienced TeamHealth physician and APC team

Compensation and Benefits

* Full-time status achieved at just 10 shifts per month (120 hours/month)

* Full-time physicians are eligible for health insurance and TeamHealth

benefits

* Sign-on bonus available

* Professional liability insurance with tail coverage

Qualifications

* ABEM board certified or board eligible

* Texas medical license (or ability to obtain)

Interested in learning more? Apply today!

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City Caption

Belton, Texas

City Description

Located along the I-35 corridor between Austin and Waco, Belton offers the

perfect balance of affordability, recreation, and accessibility. Enjoy a lower

cost of living, highly rated schools, Belton Lake recreation, and convenient

access to major Texas metros while living in one of Central Texas'

fastest-growing communities.

Job Benefits

  • No state income tax
  • Enjoy small-town living with easy access to Austin, Temple, and Waco
  • No non-compete clause; enjoy the freedom to practice where and how you choose
  • Access to professional development tools, educational resources, and CME
  • Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program and referral program
  • Association with a leading physician practice in the U. S.
  • Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's national Patient Safety

Key Responsibilities

Provide emergency medical care to patients at the new freestanding emergency department in Belton, Texas. Manage patient flow, perform clinical assessments, and coordinate transfers to affiliated hospitals when higher-acuity care is required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient careTrauma careClinical assessmentEmergency department operationsMedical diagnosisAcute care

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

Of the 45 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 7% are remote, 82% have no call, 40% require no weekends.

Emergency Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Emergency Medicine Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution25 jobs · 9 employers

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<$355k
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$355k-400k
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$490k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 9 employers

401k / retirement match
71%
CME allowance
29% this job
Relocation assistance
17%
Sign-on bonus
13% this job
Loan repayment
4%

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Work-life snapshot

0.9/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Belton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$278k
Typical market rent
$1,681/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Killeen-Temple, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

No state income tax
No non-compete clause
Sign-on bonus available
Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
Health insurance for full-time
CME through TeamHealth Institute
Clinician wellness program
Patient Safety Organization