Emergency Department Physician Opening in Vermont

**Emergency Department Physician Opening in Vermont
Location: Newport, VT

Located in northern Vermont, our healthcare facility is a 25-bed critical access hospital dedicated to serving our community with high-quality and compassionate care. We are more than just a healthcare provider we are a vital part of the region, committed to improving the well-being of our neighbors.

**Position Overview**
We are seeking an Emergency Department Physician to provide expert care for patients presenting with acute medical conditions. As the first point of contact for emergent cases, the physician plays a critical role in delivering timely and effective treatment. The Emergency Department Physician will report directly to the Medical Director, with administrative oversight from the VP of Patient Care Services.

**Compensation & Benefits**

Base Salary: $200/hour (dayo shift) and $236/hour (night shift)

Sign-on Bonus

Paid Relocation

Full Malpractice Coverage

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans: 403(b) with match (100% vested) & 457(b) tax-deferred plan

$3,500 CME Allowance

$10,000 Annual Performance Bonus (Quality Improvement Goals)

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Educational Loan Repayment Available


**Key Responsibilities**

Assess and stabilize patients with minor and critical conditions.

Administer medications, perform minor procedures, and coordinate admissions or transfers.

Work collaboratively with the medical team to ensure the highest level of patient care.

Provide timely and comprehensive documentation of patient records.

Adapt to the unique challenges of a rural healthcare setting.

Work a typical schedule of 12 shifts per month, including a mix of:

7 AM 7 PM

10 AM 9 PM

7 PM 7 AM

Flexible scheduling available for vacation months.


**Qualifications**

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (Physicians with significant ER experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis).

Vermont Medical License.

Current BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications (or Board Certification in Emergency Medicine).


**Worksite Details**

The Emergency Department operates with physician-only staffing across three shifts daily.

Nursing staff hold BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, and ENPC certifications.

The facility sees approximately 16,000 patient visits annually.

On-site services include General Surgery, Orthopedics, Hospitalist program, OB/Gyn, and Pediatrics.

Electronic Medical Records: Cerner Community Works.

If you are a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician looking for an opportunity to practice in a supportive, community-focused setting, we encourage you to apply today!