Description Spohn Hospital Alice was built in 1999 to serve the healthcare needs of people in Alice and the surrounding communities. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center and is licensed for 186 beds and offers comprehensive medical and surgical services including pediatrics, obstetrics, skilled nursing, emergency and intensive care, as well as cardiac and comprehensive services. Summary:The technician assumes the responsibilities for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring with rapid, accurate notification of questionable patterns, and provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>Patient Monitoring.</li><li>Monitors ECG rhythms.</li><li>After receiving report, watches cardiac monitors constantly and reports immediately to the appropriate RN any changes in rhythm or exceeding alarms parameters.</li><li>Enters patient information and approved into central monitor.</li><li>Sets and maintains alarm limits according to policy.</li><li>Discharges patient as approved by the RN.</li><li>Monitoring Equipment Maintenance.</li><li>Assures that all monitoring equipment is clean and stored in their proper place.</li><li>Uses equipment and supplies with proper care at all times. Demonstrates proper knowledge of equipment function and supplies.</li><li>Reports malfunctioning equipment to the charge nurse and clinical equipment department.</li><li>Takes responsibility for procurement of new supplies and informs Unit Director of supply needs as they occur.</li><li>Communication.</li><li>Punctually gives/receives report on assigned patients. Report includes current information displayed on screen and arrhythmia analysis/history of each patient.</li><li>Give a brief and accurate summary to the Charge Nurse of the patient's status hourly.</li><li>Maintains a cooperative relationship with the medical staff.</li><li>Assists the nurse in informing physician of patient ECG history.</li><li>Accepts re-assignments and functions productively when reassigned.</li><li>Answers phone quietly, quickly, and respectfully at all times. Accurately relays messages.</li><li>Notifies RN of any dysrhythmia.</li><li>Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.</li><li>Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.</li><li>Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Requirements:Education/Skills<ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.</li><li>Successful completion of Monitor Tech course preferred.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Previous hospital clerical experience or equivalent training or education preferred.</li></ul>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>EKG within 90 days of hire/transfer date is required.</li></ul>Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEWork Type: Per Diem As Needed <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NiQxCqyYaJ4%2brbh0g2%2fuRQi" width="0" height="0" />

**Cardiac Monitor Technician**

Spohn Hospital Alice was built in 1999 to serve the healthcare needs of people in Alice and the surrounding communities. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center and is licensed for 186 beds, offering comprehensive medical and surgical services including pediatrics, obstetrics, skilled nursing, emergency and intensive care, as well as cardiac and comprehensive services.

**Job Description**

- Assumes responsibilities for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring with rapid, accurate notification of questionable patterns, and provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment.
- Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Monitors ECG rhythms.
- After receiving report, watches cardiac monitors constantly and reports immediately to the appropriate RN any changes in rhythm or exceeding alarm parameters.
- Enters patient information into the central monitor.
- Sets and maintains alarm limits according to policy.
- Discharges patient as approved by the RN.
- Assures that all monitoring equipment is clean and stored in their proper place.
- Uses equipment and supplies with proper care at all times. Demonstrates proper knowledge of equipment function and supplies.
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the charge nurse and clinical equipment department.
- Takes responsibility for procurement of new supplies and informs Unit Director of supply needs as they occur.
- Punctually gives/receives report on assigned patients. Report includes current information displayed on screen and arrhythmia analysis/history of each patient.
- Gives a brief and accurate summary to the Charge Nurse of the patient's status hourly.
- Maintains a cooperative relationship with the medical staff.
- Assists the nurse in informing physician of patient ECG history.
- Accepts re-assignments and functions productively when reassigned.
- Answers phone quietly, quickly, and respectfully at all times. Accurately relays messages.
- Notifies RN of any dysrhythmia.
- Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
- Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.
- Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Successful completion of Monitor Tech course preferred.
- Previous hospital clerical experience or equivalent training or education preferred.
- EKG within 90 days of hire/transfer date is required.

**Work Schedule**

Multiple shifts available.

**Work Type**

Per Diem As Needed.

General Patient Care job in Alice TX

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Urgent Care Location: Alice, TX Schedule: Full-Time NextCare Urgent Care is expanding our providers in Alice, Texas, and we are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our walk-in urgent care team. This role includes a full-scope urgent care environment with occupational medicine services. Position Highlights • Full-scope urgent care: acute illness, minor injury, occupational medicine • Procedures commonly include: laceration repair, I&D, splinting, wound care, foreign body removal • See all ages pediatrics through geriatrics • X-ray review and point-of-care diagnostics • Fast-paced, team-based clinical environment • Supportive onboarding and strong clinical leadership Requirements • Active and unrestricted Texas PA or NP license • NCCPA or AANP/ANCC certification (FNP required for all-ages care) • DEA or eligibility to obtain • BLS certified • Competent caring for pediatrics to geriatrics • Ability to work weekends/holidays as part of a rotation • Willingness to obtain DOT certification (covered by NextCare) Preferred • 1+ year urgent care or emergency medicine experience • Confident procedural skill set and clinical autonomy • Strong communication and patient experience skills Compensation & Benefits • Competitive hourly pay aligned with urgent care experience • Medical, dental, vision & voluntary benefit options • 401(k) participation available for all employees per plan rules • PTO program + CME/licensure reimbursement • Health savings account options • Employer-paid and voluntary life & disability insurance About NextCare NextCare is a national leader in high-access healthcare with 165+ locations across 11 states. We provide exceptional urgent care, occupational health, virtual care, and primary care services with core values grounded in: Caring Growth Integrity Results Teamwork Apply Today For interest or additional details, contact: Maddie Karnes VP of Provider Recruitment NextCare Urgent Care <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?O%2fbVHH%2fWGiZ75AULTmR9hAz" width="0" height="0" />

**Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Urgent Care**

NextCare Urgent Care is expanding our providers in Alice, Texas, and we are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our walk-in urgent care team. This role includes a full-scope urgent care environment with occupational medicine services.

**Job Description**

- Full-scope urgent care: acute illness, minor injury, occupational medicine
- Procedures commonly include: laceration repair, I&D, splinting, wound care, foreign body removal
- See all ages from pediatrics through geriatrics
- X-ray review and point-of-care diagnostics
- Fast-paced, team-based clinical environment
- Supportive onboarding and strong clinical leadership

**Requirements**

- Active and unrestricted Texas PA or NP license
- NCCPA or AANP/ANCC certification (FNP required for all-ages care)
- DEA or eligibility to obtain
- BLS certified
- Competent in caring for pediatrics to geriatrics
- Ability to work weekends/holidays as part of a rotation
- Willingness to obtain DOT certification (covered by NextCare)

**Preferred**

- 1+ year urgent care or emergency medicine experience
- Confident procedural skill set and clinical autonomy
- Strong communication and patient experience skills

**Benefits**

- Competitive hourly pay aligned with urgent care experience
- Medical, dental, vision & voluntary benefit options
- 401(k) participation available for all employees per plan rules
- PTO program + CME/licensure reimbursement
- Health savings account options
- Employer-paid and voluntary life & disability insurance

**About NextCare**

NextCare is a national leader in high-access healthcare with 165+ locations across 11 states. We provide exceptional urgent care, occupational health, virtual care, and primary care services with core values grounded in caring, growth, integrity, results, and teamwork.

Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Description Spohn Hospital Alice was built in 1999 to serve the healthcare needs of people in Alice and the surrounding communities. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center and is licensed for 186 beds and offers comprehensive medical and surgical services including pediatrics, obstetrics, skilled nursing, emergency and intensive care, as well as cardiac and comprehensive services. Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Position Requirements: Education/Skills All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire. New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department- specific competency validation. All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software. Completion of all annual competency verification requirements. Experience One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current ACLS certification required Current PALS certification required Current TNCC certification required In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Credential Grace Periods: If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level. Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate. Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty. CredentialGrace Periods for Experienced Associates Grace Periods for New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty Basic Life Support (BLS)No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Within 30 days of hire.Within 90 days of hire.Pediatric Life Support (PALS)Within 30 days of hire.Within 90 days of hire.Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC)Within 60 days of hire.Within 18 months of hire.Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)Within 60 days of hire.Within 18 months of hire.Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.STABLE (Neonatal Education)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire. Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?IUgT%2bA7JPWFrR2phKE10mAb" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse**

Spohn Hospital Alice was built in 1999 to serve the healthcare needs of people in Alice and the surrounding communities. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center and is licensed for 186 beds, offering comprehensive medical and surgical services including pediatrics, obstetrics, skilled nursing, emergency and intensive care, as well as cardiac and comprehensive services.

**Job Description**

- The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation.
- Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or plans.
- Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing.
- Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
- One year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
- BLS required.
- RN License in state of employment or compact.
- Current ACLS certification required.
- Current PALS certification required.
- Current TNCC certification required.

**Position Requirements**

- All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial onboarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department-specific competency validation.
- All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation.
- Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software.
- Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.

**Work Schedule**

7 PM - 7 AM

**Work Type**

Full Time

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li>Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.</li><li>Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.</li><li>Participate in patient care plan meetings.</li><li>Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.</li><li>Train and orient staff as necessary.</li><li>Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.</li><li>Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.</li><li>Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.</li><li>With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.</li><li>Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.</li><li>Supervise all documentation of patient information.</li><li>Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.</li><li>Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.</li><li>Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.</li><li>Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.</li><li>Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.</li><li>Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.</li><li>Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.</li><li>Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.</li><li>Admit new patients according to facility procedure.</li><li>Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.</li><li>Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.</li><li>Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.</li><li>Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.</li><li>Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility</li><li>Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator</li><li>Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff</li><li>Promote efficient use of medical supplies.</li><li>Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and i n teraction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperatu r e control and moderate noise levels. May b e exposed to infectious and con t agious diseases/materials.</li></ul></li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.<ul><li>Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direc t Patien t Car e Staff , War d Cler k a s assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)</li><li>Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.</li><li>Medical/surgical nursing preferred.</li><li>Supervisory or management experience preferred.</li><li>Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.</li></ul> <ul><li>Good communication skills - verbal and written.</li></ul> Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NiQxCqyYaJ4GgTcZZUDZ8Qi" width="0" height="0" />

**Charge Nurse**

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes.

**Job Description**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.
- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis-related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility.
- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)
- Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.
- Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
- Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.

Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required.

**Supervision**

Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

**Additional Information**

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans.

Clinical Coordinator - Charge Registered Nurse - Dialysis

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li>Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.</li><li>Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.</li><li>Participate in patient care plan meetings.</li><li>Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.</li><li>Train and orient staff as necessary.</li><li>Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.</li><li>Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.</li><li>Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.</li><li>With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.</li><li>Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.</li><li>Supervise all documentation of patient information.</li><li>Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.</li><li>Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.</li><li>Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.</li><li>Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.</li><li>Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.</li><li>Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.</li><li>Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.</li><li>Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.</li><li>Admit new patients according to facility procedure.</li><li>Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.</li><li>Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.</li><li>Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.</li><li>Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.</li><li>Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility</li><li>Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator</li><li>Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff</li><li>Promote efficient use of medical supplies.</li><li>Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and i n teraction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperatu r e control and moderate noise levels. May b e exposed to infectious and con t agious diseases/materials.</li></ul></li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.<ul><li>Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direc t Patien t Car e Staff , War d Cler k a s assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)</li><li>Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.</li><li>Medical/surgical nursing preferred.</li><li>Supervisory or management experience preferred.</li><li>Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.</li></ul> <ul><li>Good communication skills - verbal and written.</li></ul> Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?A8c2UaV3HTO8%2fuUTw%2bRJrwj" width="0" height="0" />

**Charge Nurse**

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes.

**Job Description**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.
- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis-related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility.
- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)
- Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.
- Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
- Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.

Travel to regional, Business Unit, and Corporate meetings may be required.

**Supervision**

Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans.

OB/GYN Physician Locums Job in Texas Stretches Our client is looking for a flexible locums OBGYN to cover the dates below as well as more weekends throughout 2026. The location is part of a large health system located near Corpus Christi, Texas. Dates for Assignment: ASAP and ongoing (2+ weeks per month) Job Requirements for Assignment : Texas medical license Board Certification or Board Eligibility within 5 years 30 deliveries per month Starts ASAP No midwives Single provider taking time off for CME conference and a few weekends per month (more dates to be added) NICU III EMR: Meditech Jackson and Coker offers: + Weekly Direct Deposit + Top Rated Malpractice Insurance + In-House Travel Agency + 24/7 Recruiter Availability + Experienced In-House Privileging Coordinators Experience why Jackson and Coker has been recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts for our commitment to service excellence. Apply Today! Tracie Burnette ? For more jobs, visit Jackson and Coker .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XTPg%2foUqCEeVZWUgJnORpAy" width="0" height="0" />

**OB/GYN Physician**

Our client is looking for a flexible locums OB/GYN to cover the dates below as well as more weekends throughout 2026. The location is part of a large health system located near Corpus Christi, Texas.

**Job Description**

- Cover dates ASAP and ongoing (2+ weeks per month)
- Manage 30 deliveries per month
- Work as a single provider taking time off for CME conference and a few weekends per month (more dates to be added)
- NICU III
- EMR: Meditech

**Requirements**

- Texas medical license
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility within 5 years
- No midwives

**Benefits**

- Weekly direct deposit
- Top rated malpractice insurance
- In-house travel agency
- 24/7 recruiter availability
- Experienced in-house privileging coordinators

Experience why Jackson and Coker has been recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts for our commitment to service excellence. Apply today!

Physician / ObGyn / Texas / Locum tenens / OB/GYN Physician Locums Job in Texas Stretches Job

OB/GYN Physician Locums Job in Texas StretchesOur client is looking for a flexible locums OBGYN to cover the dates below as well as more weekends throughout 2026. The location is part of a large health system located near Corpus Christi, Texas. Dates for Assignment: ASAP and ongoing (2+ weeks per month)Job Requirements for Assignment : Texas medical license Board Certification or Board Eligibility within 5 years 30 deliveries per month Starts ASAP No midwives Single provider taking time off for CME conference and a few weekends per month (more dates to be added) NICU III EMR: Meditech Jackson and Coker offers: + Weekly Direct Deposit + Top Rated Malpractice Insurance + In-House Travel Agency + 24/7 Recruiter Availability + Experienced In-House Privileging Coordinators Experience why Jackson and Coker has been recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts for our commitment to service excellence. Apply Today!Tracie Burnette ? For more jobs, visit Jackson and Coker . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?O%2fbVHH%2fWGibxucx1JEtdJwz" width="0" height="0" />

**OB/GYN Physician Locums Job in Texas**

Our client is looking for a flexible locums OBGYN to cover the dates below as well as more weekends throughout 2026. The location is part of a large health system located near Corpus Christi, Texas.

**Job Description**

- Dates for Assignment: ASAP and ongoing (2+ weeks per month)
- 30 deliveries per month
- Starts ASAP
- No midwives
- Single provider taking time off for CME conference and a few weekends per month (more dates to be added)
- NICU III
- EMR: Meditech

**Requirements**

- Texas medical license
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility within 5 years

**Benefits**

- Weekly direct deposit
- Top rated malpractice insurance
- In-house travel agency
- 24/7 recruiter availability
- Experienced in-house privileging coordinators

Experience why Jackson and Coker has been recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts for our commitment to service excellence.

Physician / ObGyn / Texas / Locum Tenens / OB/GYN Physician Locums Job in Texas Stretches Job

Description This position qualifies for a $5K Sign-on BonusSpohn Hospital Alice was built in 1999 to serve the healthcare needs of people in Alice and the surrounding communities. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center and is licensed for 186 beds and offers comprehensive medical and surgical services including pediatrics, obstetrics, skilled nursing, emergency and intensive care, as well as cardiac and comprehensive services. Summary:This Job performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.Responsibilities: <ul><li> Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. </li><li> Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values. </li><li> Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed. </li><li> Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed. </li><li> Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed. </li><li> Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures. </li><li> Utilizes the Laboratory Information System. </li><li> Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained. </li><li> Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required). </li><li> Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols. </li><li> Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. </li><li> Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served. </li><li> Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health. </li><li> Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures. </li><li> Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Job Requirements: Education/Skills <ul><li> Bachelor's Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks) OR </li><li>Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.</li></ul> Experience <ul><li>No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS. OR</li><li>One year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.</li></ul> Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications <ul><li>Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS</li><li>If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current</li><li>Louisiana requires State Licensure</li><li>New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)</li></ul> Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEWork Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?uACDoyOpNYOG143HTXKsLQm" width="0" height="0" />

**Laboratory Technician**

This position qualifies for a $5K sign-on bonus. Spohn Hospital Alice was built in 1999 to serve the healthcare needs of people in Alice and the surrounding communities. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center and is licensed for 186 beds, offering comprehensive medical and surgical services including pediatrics, obstetrics, skilled nursing, emergency and intensive care, as well as cardiac and comprehensive services.

**Job Description**

- Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results.
- Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed.
- Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.
- Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures.
- Utilizes the Laboratory Information System.
- Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained.
- Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required).
- Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Education/Skills:
  - Bachelor's Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks).
  - Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.

- Experience:
  - No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS or other organizations approved by HHS.
  - One year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.

- Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
  - Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS.
  - If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current.
  - Louisiana requires State Licensure.
  - New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded).

**Work Schedule**

Multiple shifts available.

**Work Type**

Full time.

Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist job in Alice TX

Description The Medical Surgical Telemetry Pediatrics department at Christus Spohn Alice has a daily average census of approximately 25 patients. We often see patients with CHF, Pneumonia, Skin Abscess, Chest Pain, COPD, Diabetes, Appendicitis, Cholecystectomy, EGD's, Colonoscopy, Pediatrics with Asthma, Bronchitis, Viral Syndrome, and Pneumonia. Our associates feel very proud to work in this department. Med Surg Tele Peds is a unit in which you can develop all of your nursing skills and train to float to other units if desired. MSP requires hard work and critical thinking skills due to range in age of patients and disease processes involved. We are a group of highly skilled nurses that are willing to teach and grow our own nurses to the fullest potential. Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Work Schedule: 7AM - 7PM Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?nyOUPDb5fxLHFfV%2f8eCawwq" width="0" height="0" />

**Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse**

The Medical Surgical Telemetry Pediatrics department at Christus Spohn Alice has a daily average census of approximately 25 patients. We often see patients with CHF, pneumonia, skin abscess, chest pain, COPD, diabetes, appendicitis, cholecystectomy, EGD's, colonoscopy, and pediatrics with asthma, bronchitis, viral syndrome, and pneumonia. Our associates feel very proud to work in this department. Med Surg Tele Peds is a unit in which you can develop all of your nursing skills and train to float to other units if desired. MSP requires hard work and critical thinking skills due to the range in age of patients and disease processes involved. We are a group of highly skilled nurses that are willing to teach and grow our own nurses to the fullest potential.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred
- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact

**Work Schedule**

- 7 AM - 7 PM

**Work Type**

- Full Time

RN, Registered Nurse - Med/Surg

Description General Surgery Opportunity: Kingsville, TX We are seeking an experienced, community-investedGeneral Surgeon (BC/BE)to join a thriving practice in Kingsville, Texas. This full-time position is designed for a surgeon who values professional autonomy and is comfortable managing a "broad scope" clinical workload, including gallbladders, hernias, EGDs, colonoscopies, and PEGS. The ideal candidate will have 57 years of experience and a desire to integrate into a tight-knit community. The role offers a balanced weekly scheduletypically3 days of clinic and 2 days of blocked OR timesupported by an established referral base and a collaborative call rotation (expected1:3, with potential for 1:2 for additional pay). Residency within a 2030 minute radius is required to support the hospitals Level IV Trauma needs, with many physicians choosing to live in the historic ranching community of Kingsville or near the beautiful Texas coast. About CHRISTUS Spohn Health System As part ofCHRISTUS Health, a faith-based, not-for-profit ministry, theCHRISTUS Spohn Health Systemis the largest hospital system in South Texas. For over 100 years, the system has been distinguished by its mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. With six hospital campuses and six family health centers, Spohn serves over 60% of the Coastal Bend community. Physicians within the system benefit from a robust network of specialists, a shared commitment to clinical excellence, and access to advanced technology, including a significant investment in robotic surgical systems across the broader regional network. CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg (Kingsville) CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Klebergis a 96-bed, Level IV Trauma facility that serves as a vital healthcare anchor for the Kingsville community. Known for its ranching heritage and as the home of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, the hospital provides a supportive, "small city" environment combined with high-quality medical facilities. Surgical Facilities:The hospital features 3 Operating Rooms (non-hybrid) and a dedicated clinic building conveniently located on the hospital campus. Volume & Stats:With FY25 projections of over600 surgeries,21,500 ED visits, and1,700 discharges, the facility maintains a steady surgical volume. Clinical Environment: Trauma Protocol:Operates as a "stabilize and transfer" center; any major trauma is stabilized in the ED and sent to Corpus Christi, while the majority of acute care cases are managed by on-site Hospitalists. Specialty Support:Surgeons are supported by Hospitalists, Tele-Pulmonology, and Tele-Critical Care. Maternal Health:While the surgeon provides general consults, a dedicated OB team is on-call for specialized surgical emergencies like complex C-sections. Dialysis:Home to the area's only inpatient dialysis program, adding to the medical complexity and variety of the patient base. Teaching Opportunities:Through the university connection, surgeons have opportunities to work with students and residents, contributing to the academic growth of the region. Qualifications: MD or DO with ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency American Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery At least 5 years of experience is required Licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas Type:Full Time Contact:Veronica Coley To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to Veronica Coley.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?VnwhPq%2b0dl4OLF67AqoVogp" width="0" height="0" />

**General Surgeon**

We are seeking an experienced, community-invested General Surgeon (BC/BE) to join a thriving practice in Kingsville, Texas. This full-time position is designed for a surgeon who values professional autonomy and is comfortable managing a broad scope clinical workload, including gallbladders, hernias, EGDs, colonoscopies, and PEGs. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience and a desire to integrate into a tight-knit community. The role offers a balanced weekly schedule, typically 3 days of clinic and 2 days of blocked OR time, supported by an established referral base and a collaborative call rotation (expected 1:3, with potential for 1:2 for additional pay). Residency within a 20-30 minute radius is required to support the hospital's Level IV Trauma needs, with many physicians choosing to live in the historic ranching community of Kingsville or near the beautiful Texas coast.

**About CHRISTUS Spohn Health System**

As part of CHRISTUS Health, a faith-based, not-for-profit ministry, the CHRISTUS Spohn Health System is the largest hospital system in South Texas. For over 100 years, the system has been distinguished by its mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. With six hospital campuses and six family health centers, Spohn serves over 60% of the Coastal Bend community. Physicians within the system benefit from a robust network of specialists, a shared commitment to clinical excellence, and access to advanced technology, including a significant investment in robotic surgical systems across the broader regional network.

**CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg (Kingsville)**

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg is a 96-bed, Level IV Trauma facility that serves as a vital healthcare anchor for the Kingsville community. Known for its ranching heritage and as the home of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, the hospital provides a supportive, small city environment combined with high-quality medical facilities.

**Surgical Facilities**

The hospital features 3 Operating Rooms (non-hybrid) and a dedicated clinic building conveniently located on the hospital campus.

**Volume & Stats**

With FY25 projections of over 600 surgeries, 21,500 ED visits, and 1,700 discharges, the facility maintains a steady surgical volume.

**Clinical Environment**

- **Trauma Protocol:** Operates as a "stabilize and transfer" center; any major trauma is stabilized in the ED and sent to Corpus Christi, while the majority of acute care cases are managed by on-site Hospitalists.

- **Specialty Support:** Surgeons are supported by Hospitalists, Tele-Pulmonology, and Tele-Critical Care.

- **Maternal Health:** While the surgeon provides general consults, a dedicated OB team is on-call for specialized surgical emergencies like complex C-sections.

- **Dialysis:** Home to the area's only inpatient dialysis program, adding to the medical complexity and variety of the patient base.

- **Teaching Opportunities:** Through the university connection, surgeons have opportunities to work with students and residents, contributing to the academic growth of the region.

**Qualifications**

- MD or DO with ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency
- American Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery
- At least 5 years of experience is required
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas