Job Description

Rural Community Hospital | Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities

We are seeking a dedicated Emergency Department Physician to join our team at a rural, community-focused hospital serving a population of approximately 19,000.

About the Emergency Department

• 10-bed Emergency Department
• Average volume: ~30 patients per 24 hours
• Single-provider coverage per shift
• 24/7 RN staffing
• Broad scope of practice with strong nursing support

Hospital & Community

• 71-bed rural hospital
• Inpatient behavioral health unit (ages 18+)
• Obstetric services on-site (deliveries performed locally; next closest facility >60 miles)
• Nearest tertiary care center is over 60 miles away
• Ideal setting for physicians who value autonomy, variety, and meaningful community impact

Clinical Support & Resources

• On-call specialty coverage (not 24/7) including:
  • Orthopedics
  • General Surgery
  • Advanced Imaging
• No in-house cardiology or pulmonology
• Strong transfer relationships for higher levels of care

Qualifications

• MD or DO, eligible for medical licensure
• ACLS, PALS, and ATLS required
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine encouraged but not required
• Comfort practicing independently in a rural emergency setting

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary appropriate for patient volume and scope of practice
• Relocation assistance available
• Position may qualify for HRSA loan repayment
• NRMC provide malpractice insurance
• Supportive leadership and collaborative medical staff

Why Join Us?

This role is ideal for an emergency physician who enjoys a wide scope of practice, values independence, and wants to make a tangible difference in a rural community-without the overwhelming volumes of a high-acuity urban ED.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relocation package, Shift work

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