Emergency Room Physician

Role Summary

The Emergency Medicine Physician will provide comprehensive emergency care for patients of all ages in a 24/7 Emergency Department. This role includes rapid assessment, stabilization, treatment, and disposition of a wide range of medical, surgical, cardiac, neurologic, and trauma presentations. The physician will work closely with nursing, advanced practice providers, and ancillary staff to deliver safe, high-quality care and coordinate transfers when higher levels of care are required.

Core Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and emergent conditions for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in the Emergency Department
• Lead initial stabilization and resuscitation of critically ill or injured patients, including airway management and hemodynamic support
• Manage common emergency presentations, including trauma, stroke, chest pain, respiratory distress, sepsis, abdominal pain, behavioral health emergencies, and minor injuries
• Perform ED procedures such as laceration repair, fracture and dislocation reduction, procedural sedation, intubation, central and peripheral line placement, and other procedures as credentialed
• Determine appropriate disposition (admission, transfer, or discharge) and coordinate safe handoffs to inpatient teams or receiving facilities
• Utilize evidence-based protocols and order sets to support quality and regulatory standards
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participate in Emergency Department quality improvement, case review, and performance initiatives
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and ED staff to support patient flow, safety, and a positive work environment

Must-Have Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency or equivalent training with substantial Emergency Department experience
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine within an agreed-upon timeframe
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Washington and DEA registration
• Current ACLS and PALS (or equivalents); ATLS required or obtainable within a defined period
• Minimum of one year of independent Emergency Department practice post-residency
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-acuity cases, including trauma, stroke, and cardiac emergencies
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a commitment to patient-centered care

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a rural or critical access hospital Emergency Department setting
• Experience coordinating transfers to higher-level trauma or specialty centers
• Proficiency with point-of-care ultrasound in the Emergency Department
• Participation in quality improvement, patient safety, or ED operations projects
• Comfort using telemedicine or remote specialty consultation platforms

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150.00 - $170.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine?
• Are you eligible for Washington State medical licensure?
• How many years of independent Emergency Department practice do you have post-residency?
• Do you have recent experience managing trauma, stroke, and cardiac emergencies?
• Are you comfortable practicing in a rural, critical access Emergency Department environment?

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ACLS Certification (Required)
• PALS Certification (Required)
• ATLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person