Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Newburgh, NY

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Newburgh, NY
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Join a high-volume, award-winning Emergency Department in Newburgh, NY, as Site Medical Director and play a key role in shaping the department's next chapter. With seven new full-time physicians already hired and starting between July and October, this is an ideal time to join and help build a high-performing emergency medicine team.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• $290,000 annual SMD leadership stipend
• $225/hour days | $240/hour nights
• $375,000–$475,000+ total compensation opportunity
• $60,000 start-date bonus for a two-year commitment; Medical Director terms may be negotiable with approval
• Only 48–72 clinical hours/month for the SMD
• Significant protected time for leadership, strategy, quality, and operational initiatives
• Holiday pay + $3,000 BERA
• 401(k) + deferral plan
• Tier Plan eligibility
• Comprehensive W-2 benefits
• EPIC EMR

Department at a Glance

• 55,000 annual ED visits
• 15–20% pediatric volume
• 23 ED beds + 8 Fast Track beds
• Level III Trauma Center
• 53 physician coverage hours
• 37 APP coverage hours
• 13 full-time physicians
• 9 full-time APPs
• Strong data analytics and operational support

The physician group includes recently recruited EM physicians who will serve in Ultrasound Education roles, creating additional opportunities for clinical education and professional development. Teaching opportunities are also available through Internal Medicine residency rotations.

Requirements

• MD or DO
• Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Active or eligible New York medical license
• Active or eligible DEA registration
• Current ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications, as applicable
• Significant Emergency Medicine experience
• Prior Medical Director or clinical leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of ED operations, quality metrics, patient flow, and performance improvement
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills