Emergency Medicine Physician Jobs in Birmingham, Alabama - $500K+ | Democratic, Physician-Owned Group

Emergency Medicine Opportunity in Birmingham, Alabama

Join one of the highest-earning emergency medicine opportunities in the Southeast. This is a non-CMG, physician-owned democratic group serving Birmingham's West Jefferson County across two sites: the brand-new UAB Medical West hospital (opened August 2024) and a high-volume Hoover freestanding ED. Combined annual volume exceeds 80,000 visits.

One of the most distinctive features of the practice is that non-partners earn the same annual income as partners, meaning there is no income penalty during the partnership track and a clear pathway to ownership in a transparent, democratic group.

$500,000+ annual income for ~140 hours/month (about 14 shifts)

~60% of compensation is wRVU-based your productivity drives your pay

Brand-new 200-bed, nine-story UAB Medical West hospital (opened August 3, 2024)

Strong APP and ancillary support with flexible scheduling

Physician leadership and an equal voice in every operational decision

Compensation follows a transparent, physician-aligned formula built on a competitive hourly base rate, a quarterly wRVU-based productivity bonus, and equal group distributions. The benefits package includes pre-tax medical, dental, and vision options, paid malpractice insurance, a CME allowance, and a 401(k) with profit-sharing. Meals are provided during shifts.

UAB Medical West (Primary Site). The brand-new facility opened in August 2024 as a 200-bed, nine-story hospital. The emergency department has 30+ beds with expandable capacity and is designated a Level III Trauma Center. Annual ED volume runs between 40,000 and 48,000 visits with an admission rate of approximately 20%, reflecting moderate-to-higher acuity.

Hoover Freestanding Emergency Department. This 15-bed freestanding ED sees between 37,000 and 40,000 annual visits in a lower-acuity, high-efficiency environment, with an admission rate of approximately 5%.

Physicians rotate between both sites for an ideal balance of acuity and flow.

Shift length: 8,10, and 12 hours, ~14 shifts/month, with flexibility

Patient volume: 2.0-2.5 PPH solo, or 3.0-4.0 PPH with APP support

Coverage model: Co-staffed with 8 APPs, no scribes transitioning to AI ambient documentation

EHR: Meditech today, with an Epic transition planned for 2027

For families new to Birmingham, it offers a rare balance of affordability, community, and quality of life. Most physicians live "over the mountain" in suburbs like Hoover, Homewood, and Vestavia Hills, known for their top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and family-friendly environment. You get the space and comfort of suburban living with easy access to the city, all at a significantly lower cost than most metro areas.

At the same time, Birmingham has become one of the top food destinations in the Southeast, featuring James Beard Award-winning chefs, a strong farm-to-table culture, and a vibrant dining scene. From elevated Southern cuisine to diverse global options, the city delivers big-city experiences without the traffic, cost, or congestionmaking it an easy place to both live and enjoy.