Physician - Hilton Head Emergency Department

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: 

Emergency Medicine Physicians are responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of emergency medical conditions and injuries while providing clinical leadership and supervision of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in accordance with hospital policy and state regulations.

This role offers the opportunity to practice broad-spectrum emergency medicine in a collegial, community-focused environment with strong administrative and specialty support.

No trauma designation

12-Hour Shifts

Mix of adult and pediatric patients

APP coverage with physician supervision

Hospital-employed position with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits or 1099 option

Specialty coverage and transfer agreements for higher-acuity cases

Supportive medical staff and leadership team

Position Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a wide range of emergency medical conditions

Perform emergency procedures in accordance with clinical privileges

Determine patient disposition, including admission, discharge, or transfer

Provide medical oversight and supervision for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), including chart review and availability for consultation

Collaborate with nursing staff, consultants, and ancillary services to ensure timely, high-quality patient care

Ensure accurate, timely, and complete medical documentation in the electronic health record

Comply with hospital policies, clinical protocols, and quality standards

Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and peer review activities as required

EMTALA Compliance

Comply fully with the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) by providing an appropriate Medical Screening Examination (MSE) to all individuals presenting to the Emergency Department and determining the presence or absence of an emergency medical condition.

Stabilize patients with identified emergency medical conditions within the capability and capacity of the facility or arrange appropriate transfer in accordance with EMTALA regulations and hospital policies.

Ensure all transfers are medically appropriate, properly documented, and coordinated with receiving facilities and transport services.

Collaborate with nursing staff and ancillary services to ensure EMTALA compliance is maintained at all times.

Participate in EMTALA-related education, audits, and quality improvement initiatives as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school

Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency program

ONGOING COMPETENCIES

+ Annual Review of Fire/Safety/Disaster Plan

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Significant standing, sitting, bending, and some lifting; good manual dexterity, vision and hearing required. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a fast-paced office environment. Must be able to multi-task and handle a variety of issues at one time. The work environment demands described above are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.