Emergency Medicine Physician – $215/Hour | 12-Hour Shifts | 401(k) & Profit Sharing
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Job description
An established, physician-led emergency medicine practice in Northwest Ohio is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) for a full-time nocturnist opportunity in Lima, Ohio.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced physician-led private practice with more than 60 physicians and a dedicated team of Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and clinical support professionals.
The physician will provide comprehensive emergency medical care, evaluating, diagnosing, stabilizing, and treating patients presenting with acute illnesses, traumatic injuries, and other urgent or life-threatening conditions.
The position is based at a 24-bed Level II Trauma Center with an annual emergency department volume of approximately 28,500 visits. Physicians benefit from 24/7 medical scribe support, mid-level provider coverage, and an established clinical support structure.
The practice offers competitive hourly compensation, an attractive retirement package, comprehensive insurance benefits, CME funding, and potential long-term partnership opportunities.
Position Highlights:
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$215 per hour.
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Approximately $312,180 annualized compensation based on 1,452 working hours.
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12-hour shifts.
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Approximately 10 shifts per month.
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Opportunity to pick up additional shifts and work at other sites.
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24-bed Level II Trauma Center.
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Approximately 28,500 annual ED visits.
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24/7 medical scribe support.
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Mid-level provider support.
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401(k) with 3% employer match.
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Additional profit-sharing opportunity.
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$5,000 annual CME allowance.
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
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Life and AD&D insurance.
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Medical malpractice insurance and tail coverage provided.
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Potential partnership opportunity within the practice.
Join an established emergency medicine team offering competitive compensation, clinical support, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.
Job Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses, traumatic injuries, and emergency medical conditions.
- Perform comprehensive medical assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests to establish accurate diagnoses.
- Stabilize patients experiencing critical or life-threatening conditions and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.
- Manage urgent medical situations using established emergency medicine protocols.
- Provide appropriate treatment and disposition planning for emergency department patients.
**Clinical Collaboration & Care Coordination**
- Collaborate with nurses, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Coordinate consultations, hospital admissions, patient transfers, and discharge planning.
- Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans effectively to patients and families.
- Support continuity of care through appropriate referrals and follow-up recommendations.
**Documentation & Quality Standards**
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records.
- Utilize the facility's Meditech EMR system for clinical documentation.
- Follow established clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and professional guidelines.
- Promote high standards of clinical quality, patient safety, and ethical medical practice.
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine.
- Active Ohio medical license or eligibility to obtain Ohio medical licensure.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification, current or previously held, subject to employer requirements.
- Strong knowledge of emergency medicine, acute care, and critical care principles.
- Excellent clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and medical decision-making skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Commitment to patient safety, professional ethics, and compassionate patient care.
Working Hours
**Position:** Emergency Medicine Nocturnist
**Shift Length:** 12 hours
**Schedule:** Approximately 10 shifts per month
**Annual Commitment:** Minimum 1,452 working hours
**Additional Opportunities:** Physicians may pick up additional shifts and work at other practice locations.
The schedule is designed around 12-hour shifts, with specific shift assignments and coverage arrangements discussed during the interview process.
Skills
- Emergency Department
- Nocturnist
- Acute Care
- Trauma Management
- Critical Care
- Emergency Stabilization
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Observation Medicine
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- ATLS
- Meditech EMR