Emergency Medicine Physician

Emergency Medicine Physician Rural Critical Access Hospital Oak Bluffs, MA

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to provide critical care in a rural setting? Join a leading hospital in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, as an Emergency Medicine Physician. Enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits, all while making a meaningful difference in patient care. Immediate start available for a 3-month assignment, with a supportive team dedicated to your success.

Quick Facts

• Location: 1 Hospital Road, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
• Start Date: 09/01/2026
• End Date: 12/01/2026
• Shift: Night shifts (3x12-hour shifts, 19:00 07:00)
• Hours/Week: Approximately 36 hours/week
• Employment Type: Contract / Locum
• License/Certs: Active MA medical license, BC in Emergency Medicine, ACLS, DEA
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in Emergency Medicine

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $245.90/hour
• Pay Package: Paid weekly via direct deposit
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Wellness and sick time in accordance with applicable laws
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • 24/7 dedicated support team

What You'll Do

• Provide emergency care to a diverse patient population, averaging 20-24 patients daily.
• Manage all aspects of emergency care for patients across adult and pediatric age groups.
• Document patient encounters using Epic EMR software.
• Collaborate with onsite staff in a rural/critical access hospital environment.
• Asses and treat patients with a variety of urgent and emergent conditions, maintaining high standards of care.
• Adhere to hospital protocols and safety guidelines.
• Contribute to a small, close-knit team working evening and night shifts.

What You Need

• Active Massachusetts medical license or eligibility
• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (no internal medicine or family practice)
• ACLS certification
• DEA registration in MA
• At least 1 year of emergency medicine experience
• Ability to work night shifts and adapt to rural hospital settings

About the Assignment

This assignment will place you at a critical access hospital with 25 beds and approximately 20-24 ED visits daily. You'll effectively coordinate emergency care for a broad spectrum of patient conditions in a supportive setting. The hospital offers housing, and will cover ferry costs with a rental car cap of $65/day; flights are also considered. Expect to work 3 nights each week, with an orientation period of 8 hours (non-billable). VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife