Physician Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Newburgh, New York, Emergency Medicine Site Medical Director Job Do you know someone that might be a good fit for this position? Please ask about our generous referral fees!RecruitWell is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine physician to serve as a Site Medical Director for a high-acuity Emergency Department in the Hudson Valley region of New York.This is an excellent leadership opportunity for a physician who enjoys clinical practice while helping shape department strategy, strengthen operational performance, support provider and nursing collaboration, and advance quality initiatives. The Site Medical Director will join an established emergency medicine team and have the opportunity to influence the continued growth and evolution of the department. Position Highlights Leadership opportunity within a busy Emergency Department with approximately 55,000 annual patient visitsLevel III Trauma Center environmentApproximately 15%–20% pediatric patient volume23 Emergency Department beds plus 8 Fast Track bedsEPIC EMRStrong physician and advanced practice provider staffing model53 hours of physician coverage and 37 hours of APP coverage dailyExisting team of 13 full-time emergency medicine physicians and 9 full-time APPsNew Emergency Department development/expansion plannedOpportunity to help shape the future emergency medicine team and department operationsTeaching opportunities through Internal Medicine residency rotationsStrong data analytics support and a focus on quality, clinical excellence, and operational improvementCollaborative relationships among the emergency medicine group, hospital leadership, nursing leadership, and system resourcesRecent long-term contract extension supporting team stability and future growth Clinical Environment The department is implementing a strengthened staffing model designed to lower provider workload from approximately 2.3 patients per hour to a target of 2.0 patients per hour.The Site Medical Director will have the opportunity to work closely with clinical and nursing leadership to improve throughput, support nursing onboarding and development, address boarding and hallway-bed challenges, optimize Fast Track utilization, and align departmental performance with nationally recognized benchmarks.The role is ideal for a physician who is comfortable practicing in a high-acuity environment and is motivated by the opportunity to lead meaningful operational and clinical improvements. Compensation and Benefits Competitive total compensation package estimated at $375,000–$475,000 annuallyBase clinical compensation of $225 per hour for day shifts$240 per hour for night shifts, including a $15 per hour night differentialSite Medical Director stipend of $290,000 annually$60,000 start-date bonus for a two-year commitment, with flexibility for qualified Medical Director candidates subject to approvalHoliday pay$3,000 annual BERA allowance401(k) plan and deferred compensation planEligibility for tiered benefit plansW-2 employment status with a comprehensive benefits package Leadership and Clinical Schedule The strength of the existing staffing model allows the Site Medical Director to maintain a lower clinical-hours commitment of approximately 48 to 72 hours per month. This structure gives the Medical Director dedicated capacity to focus on:Department strategy and operational planningProvider engagement, recruitment, onboarding, and retentionQuality, safety, and patient-experience initiativesClinical workflow and throughput improvementPerformance metrics, reporting, and accountabilityCollaboration between emergency medicine clinicians, nursing, hospitalists, specialists, and hospital administrationDevelopment of a high-performing, collegial emergency medicine team Candidate Qualifications Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency MedicineActive or eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in New YorkPrior emergency medicine leadership experience strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to lead physicians and APPs in a collaborative, high-acuity clinical environmentStrong communication, operational, quality-improvement, and team-development skillsInterest in participating in departmental growth, staffing strategy, process improvement, and clinical excellence initiatives Community and Location Located in the Hudson Valley, this opportunity provides access to a diverse and growing region with Hudson River views, outdoor recreation, hiking, historic communities, wineries, cultural attractions, and a range of suburban living options.The area offers convenient access to major transportation corridors, regional air travel, and New York City while providing a less congested lifestyle than metropolitan Manhattan.Nearby communities offer varied housing options and an attractive quality of life for physicians and families seeking access to both outdoor amenities and urban destinations. 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