Emergency Medicine Physician
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Job description
Description
Specialization:
Emergency Medicine
Job Summary:
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, along with its affiliated freestanding emergency departments, is actively seeking Emergency Medicine physicians to join our experienced and collaborative team in picturesque Port Charlotte, Florida.At-a-Glance
Location: Florida’s Gulf Coast (between Sarasota & Fort Myers)
Sites: HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital + affiliated Freestanding EDs
Compensation: New, highly competitive compensation model
Bonus: Up to $80,000 sign-on (full-time)
Schedules: Flexible, fair scheduling to support work-life balance
Employment Models: W-2 employed or 1099 independent contractor
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision • 401(k) match • Employee Stock Purchase Program
Hospital Quality: Joint Commission Stroke Center of Excellence
Culture: Experienced, collaborative team with efficient workflows
Lifestyle: Coastal Gulf living • No state income tax • Affordable housing
Why This EM Role
- Practice emergency medicine in a brand-new, modern ED with advanced technology and streamlined workflows.
- Choose the employment structure that fits your goals: W-2 with full benefits or 1099 independent contractor, a preferred option for EM physicians seeking autonomy.
- Join a high-functioning, longstanding EM team committed to collaboration, efficiency, and patient-centered care.
- Work across hospital and freestanding ED settings, offering variety, stability, and strong operational support.
- Enjoy flexible schedules designed to protect fairness and support a sustainable lifestyle.
Your Day to Day
- Deliver high-quality emergency care at a 253-bed hospital featuring a brand-new 20-bed ED following a $50M expansion.
- Utilize modern systems and tools including Ultrasound, PACS, CT, Meditech P-Doc, and M*Modal dictation.
- Benefit from separate pediatric triage and waiting areas that support smooth patient flow.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a Joint Commission-accredited Stroke Center of Excellence.
- Treat a diverse mix of cases across annual volumes of approximately 35,000 patient visits.
What We’re Looking For
- Board-eligible/Board-certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- FM/IM physicians with 2+ years recent EM experience will be considered
- ACLS & PALS required
- Team-focused physicians committed to quality, communication, and efficiency
- Visa candidates are welcome to apply
Compensation & Benefits
- NEW, highly competitive compensation model
- Up to $80,000 sign-on bonus for new full-time contracts
- Choose your structure:
- W-2 employment with full benefits and retirement options
- 1099 independent contractor, ideal for physicians seeking more autonomy
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits (W-2)
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- No state income tax
About HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital
- 253-bed acute care hospital
- $50 million expansion with a brand-new 20-bed ED
- 35,000 annual patient visits
- Joint Commission-accredited Stroke Center of Excellence
- Modern workflows with Ultrasound, PACS, CT, Meditech P-Doc, M*Modal
- Separate pediatric triage and waiting areas
- Part of HCA Healthcare, offering stability, leadership support, and nationwide resources
Life on Florida’s Gulf Coast
- Located between Sarasota and Fort Myers in rapidly growing Port Charlotte
- Coastal living with 165+ miles of waterways for boating, kayaking, fishing, and exploring
- Affordable housing, including waterfront options
- A true golfer’s paradise, with multiple world-class golf courses
- Warm weather, friendly community vibe, and excellent quality of life
- No state income tax, enhancing take-home earnings
Ready to Explore It?
Join a team where modern emergency medicine, coastal lifestyle, and flexible earning options come together.
Apply today, and we’ll connect quickly to discuss schedules, department metrics, and your career goals.