Physician - Per Diem

At Merrimack Health, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The hourly rate range is $200 - $300.

Your final base salary will be determined based on your education, experience, licensure, and internal equity considerations. Offers are typically made below the top of the range to support future salary growth.

Merrimack Health is the newly unified regional health system formed through the 2024 integration of Lawrence General Hospital with the Holy Family Hospitals (Methuen and Haverhill campuses). As of October 1, 2024, these three campuses operate together as one coordinated, mission-driven system: Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital, Merrimack Health Haverhill Hospital and Merrimack Health Methuen Hospital.

Serving 13 cities and towns throughout the Merrimack Valley, the system delivers a full spectrum of high-quality care—from primary care to advanced specialty services in surgery, OB/GYN, cardiology, urology, and more. Merrimack Health is deeply committed to health equity, community engagement, and culturally competent care, with a focus on reducing health disparities across its diverse population.

Position Overview:

Merrimack Health System is seeking dedicated per diem ER Physician (MD/DO) to join our Emergency Department Team. This position comes with clinical responsibilities across the Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill Emergency Departments with a minimum shift requirement (2 per month).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct emergency care to patients across all acuity levels in Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill EDs. - Perform comprehensive histories, physical exams, diagnostic ordering/interpretation, and procedures. - Collaborate with emergency APP's, nursing, and consultants to deliver efficient, evidence-based care. - Participate in maintaining throughput, patient safety, and quality benchmarks. - Contribute to a positive, team-based environment that values compassion, service excellence, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of MD, DO, or foreign medical equivalent.

• Successful completion of an Emergency Medicine residency program

• Eligible for full unrestricted licensure to practice in Massachusetts.

• BC/BE in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM)

• Active ACLS and PALS certification required. Once board certified, physicians must maintain active board certification and provide evidence of prior ACLS and PALS certification.

Schedule & Employment

• Per diem employment includes malpractice coverage; a minimum of 2 shifts per month. - Ability to provide coverage across Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill ED campuses. - Weekend and holiday rotations required.

About Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill ED's:

The Lawrence Hospital Emergency Center is a 41 bed Emergency Room that serves 67,000 visits annually. Features of the Emergency Center include 3 expanded trauma/resuscitation rooms, a dedicated area for CT and X-ray, ED Observation Unit, dedicated Behavioral Health team, and a newly expanded Vertical Area for patient care.

Merrimack Health Methuen and Haverhill (formerly Holy Family Hospital) is a 310-bed full service, acute care hospital with two campuses located in Methuen and Haverhill, Massachusetts. We provide expert care in orthopedics, wound care, women’s health, cardiovascular services, stroke, and behavioral health. The Methuen campuses offers inpatient medical/surgical units, advanced ICU capabilities (Methuen), Ob/Gyn, and specialized psychiatric care. Haverhill is transitioning to become a satellite ED on October 1st and will continue to offer 24/7 emergency services including advanced imaging.

• Methuen ED: Serving more than 35,000 visits annually, the Methuen Emergency Department is a busy, full-service ED staffed with emergency physicians and advanced practice providers.

• Haverhill ED: A community-focused department with over 18,000 annual visits, the Haverhill Emergency Department provides high-quality, patient-centered emergency care, supported by a collaborative and collegial team. Haverhill is transitioning to become a satellite ED on October 1st and will continue to offer 24/7 emergency services including advanced imaging.

All departments operate on a shared Meditech electronic health record (EHR) system, ensuring seamless care and coordination across campuses.

About Merrimack Health

• Merrimack Health is the region’s first health care system serving the Merrimack Valley, prioritizing care and services based on the needs of its patients. Serving communities across Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire, Merrimack Health includes hospitals in Lawrence, Haverhill, and Methuen, as well as a network of community-based physician practices. A recognized leader in heart care and stroke treatment, maternal and child health, orthopedics, surgical care, trauma and emergency services, behavioral health, and outpatient programs, Merrimack Health delivers trusted, compassionate care close to home.

Location(s)

• Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill areas, Massachusetts

Join Us!

If you are an experienced and compassionate ER Physician seeking to advance your emergency medicine career or supplement your income, we encourage you to apply; To apply: please send resume and cover letter to: View email address on click.appcast.io