Emergency Medicine Careers
Emergency Medicine Physician
Lubbock, Texas
Urgency. Expertise. Purpose.
In emergency medicine, every decision carries weight. Our physician teams deliver rapid, evidence-based care in high-pressure environments, bringing clinical clarity and calm to moments of uncertainty. We lead with precision, empathy, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes when time matters most.
With a national footprint and decades of experience, our emergency medicine programs are built on a foundation of operational excellence, physician leadership, and a relentless focus on patient-centered care. From urban trauma centers to community EDs, our physicians are empowered to make an immediate impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Job Type: Full Time; Part Time
- Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
- Shift: Day; Night; Swing
- Travel: No
Emergency Medicine Physician
Lubbock, Texas
Job ID:
JOB-001207
Category:
Emergency Medicine
Make an Impact Where It Matters Most as an Emergency Medicine Physician in Lubbock, TX
We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Lubbock —better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our large, close-knit team of 16 physicians and 6 APPs at Covenant Medical Center.
- Work alongside our dedicated providers, committed to providing patient-centered care in collaboration with all stakeholders in a positive manner.
- 46-bed Adult ER.
- Level II trauma, comprehensive stroke center with flight service.
- Separate Children’s Hospital 2 blocks away.
Qualifications:
- Candidates eligible for consideration must be BC/BC ABEM/ABOEM.
- American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and NRP.
- Current practice or residency experience in a similar or larger volume department.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- APP Daily coverage 9 am-7 pm, and 12 pm-10 pm.
- Physician coverage:
- 72 hours of physician coverage daily.
- 12-hour shifts with days, swing, and nights.
- The monthly workload for full-time positions is 120 hours with full health benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide patient-centered care to a critical access hospital with a 46-bed dedicated Adult ER, level II trauma and comprehensive stroke center with flight service.
- EPIC is our EMR.
Living and working in Lubbock:
- Affordable Living & Easy Commutes: The cost of living sits well below the national average—especially for housing—and the city grid layout makes getting almost anywhere achievable in under 20 minutes.
- College Town Energy: As home to Texas Tech University, the city has a vibrant cultural scene with local arts, lively game days, and a booming regional food and wine industry.
- Warm Community & West Texas Hospitality: Known as "Hub City," Lubbock maintains a friendly, welcoming small-town atmosphere where neighbors look out for one another, backed by a strong regional healthcare and commercial economy.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Competitive W2 compensation.
- Health benefits from day one.
- CME and malpractice with tail insurance.
Rich Healing, Clinical Recruiter | rhealing@soundphysicians.com | (817) 616-0687
Our values in action
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Uncompromising Care:
You deliver high-stakes care with speed and precision. We support you with tools and systems that respect your clinical judgment and elevate your ability to make life-saving decisions—because excellence is essential in every encounter.
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Collaboration:
You’re part of a dynamic, team-based environment where emergency physicians lead with trust, transparency, and shared accountability—working seamlessly with nurses, specialists, and hospital partners to deliver coordinated care.
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Accountability:
You take ownership of every moment—leading clinical strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across fast-paced emergency departments.
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Ingenuity & Empathy:
You bring clear thinking and calm leadership to unpredictable situations, balancing rapid decision-making with compassion for patients, families, and your team.
Career Path
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
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Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
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Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.
Hear from our team
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“Sound gives us the infrastructure and the autonomy to run a high‑performing ED—so we can focus on clinical excellence.”
Amitabh Chandra, MD
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine -
“You have a voice here. Your ideas are respected, and there are real opportunities for committee work and leadership.”
David Keifer, MD
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine -
“We prioritize rapid provider access and fast, safe transitions—so patients get timely, high‑quality care.”
Ian Doten, MD
Regional Medical Director, Emergency Medicine
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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