Description

Emergency Medicine - Georgia - Flexible Schedule Options

Join a high-acuity emergency department that anchors access to trauma and emergent care in Southwest Georgia. This is an ideal role for physicians who value procedural autonomy, community connection, and a schedule tailored to their lifestyle. Emergency Medicine physicians, especially those seeking meaningful work in a collaborative, resourceful environment, will find a rewarding long-term fit

Practice Overview

• You'll join a hospital-employed team in a 76-bed community hospital with a modern ED built for procedural volume and acuity
• 2-3 APPs supporting staggered throughout the day
• ED averages 60-70 visits/day with full trauma spectrum; admissions ~13%
• Well-resourced unit with dedicated trauma bays, monitored beds, psych unit, and on-site CT

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts (6a-6p and 6p-6a); full-time defined as 12 shifts/month (144 hours)
• Flexible cadence options: plug-and-play or customized stretch models (3, 4, 5, or 7 days)
• Additional shifts available for extra pay if desired
• No in-house call; hospitalists and tele-intensivists cover the open ICU

Compensation & Benefits

• EM-trained physicians earn $462,000 base with $50,000 quality bonus and $300/hour for extra shifts
• $25,000 sign-on and $15,000 relocation support included
• $5,000 CME stipend plus full suite of benefits: 401(k) with match, malpractice with tail, and comprehensive health coverage

Candidate Requirements

• Board-eligible or certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM preferred)
• Will consider FM/IM-trained physicians with significant ED experience
• Must be confident practicing independently in a high-acuity rural ED
• Strong procedural comfort required; teamwork and community alignment essential

Community & Location Highlights

• Americus offers affordable living, no traffic, and a close-knit, welcoming community
• Historic downtown features local dining, arts, and year-round festivals
• Home to Georgia Southwestern State University and South Georgia Tech
• Located 45 minutes from Albany and 2 hours from Atlanta with easy access to regional travel

Reach out to start a conversation about how this role can advance your practice and match your lifestyle.