Emergency Medicine Physician - Mississippi Emergency Department Services (MEDS)

Why Join MEDS?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package with competitive hourly rates and performance-based incentives. Full-time physicians benefit from a robust salary structure.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits package includes health insurance with contributions from MEDS, a 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, and full coverage for malpractice insurance and tail insurance.

• Professional Growth: We support your professional development with opportunities for leadership roles and the ability to influence operational decisions.

• Work-Life Balance: Our scheduling system is designed to ensure a balanced work-life experience. Physicians can choose from diverse shift options, including 8, 9, 11, or 12-hour shifts, with equitable scheduling for holidays to ensure fair distribution of holiday shifts. We have dedicated nocturnists to minimize the number of night shifts for everyone else.

• Path to Partnership: There is an opportunity for partnership when available. As you grow with us, you can explore potential paths to becoming a partner in our organization, contributing to its future success and benefiting from shared growth.

Georgia Emergency Department Services (GEDS) is excited to announce an opening for a dedicated and skilled Emergency Medicine Physician. This position is based at the robust and well-equipped facilities of Singing River Health System, forming part of our ongoing partnership with Mississippi Emergency Department Services (MEDS). We are seeking a full-time professional to further bolster our medical team's capabilities in delivering high-quality emergency care.

This is an onsite, full-time position requiring a committed physician who is ready to handle the dynamic environment of an emergency department. Please note that this position is not a remote job and requires physical presence in the hospital's emergency department where the level of care directly impacts patient outcomes significantly.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough initial patient assessments to determine appropriate management and treatment pathways.
• Provide urgent medical treatment in emergency situations with timeliness and precision.
• Perform essential procedures such as intubation, central line placement, lumbar punctures, and more.
• Interpret diagnostic imaging and lab tests to inform patient management plans.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high standards of patient care.
• Maintain diligent records and documentation as per hospital protocols and legal requirements.
• Participate in continuing education, training, and other professional development activities to stay current with the advancements in emergency medicine.
• Guide and supervise junior doctors and medical students when required, promoting a culture of learning and professional excellence within the department.
• Manage time and resources effectively to meet the demands of the emergency department, prioritizing tasks and patients accordingly.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to departmental meetings to enhance service delivery and patient care.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid and unencumbered medical license to practice in the state of Mississippi.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine.
• Proven experience working in a high-volume emergency department.
• Demonstrable skills in advanced life support, trauma care, and other critical emergency procedures.
• Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining complex conditions to patients and families compassionately and effectively.
• Commitment to ethical medical practice and a high standard of care.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the emergency department's schedule.
• A collaborative spirit that thrives in a multidisciplinary team setting.