Emergency Medicine Physician

Location: Lake Okeechobee Area, Southern Florida
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time or Part-Time (1099 Independent Contractor)
Compensation: $200/hour, approximately $346,000 annually based on scheduled hours
Work Arrangement: On-Site

One of our partners is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join a hospital in the Lake Okeechobee area of Southern Florida. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and a supportive, collaborative work environment.

The physician will provide high-quality, patient-centered emergency care in a 10-bed facility, working alongside Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to manage a variety of emergency medical cases.

Located in Southern Florida, this position offers access to outdoor recreation, a close-knit community, and convenient travel to several of Florida's major cities.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with emergency medical conditions.

• Perform emergency procedures and provide timely medical interventions.

• Manage a diverse range of emergency cases while maintaining high standards of patient care.

• Collaborate with APPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient management and transitions of care.

• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation using the facility's electronic medical record (EMR) system.

• Follow established clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
  

  Schedule and Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $200/hour (1099 independent contractor).

• Annual Compensation: Approximately $346,000, depending on hours worked.

• Shift Length: 12-hour shifts.

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

• Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM.

• APP Coverage: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

• Flexible full-time and part-time schedules available.

• Malpractice and tail insurance provided.
  

  Why Join This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation with annual earnings potential of approximately $350K.

• Permanent position with flexible scheduling options.

• Supportive medical team and collaborative work environment.

• Malpractice and tail insurance coverage.

• Florida has no state individual income tax.

• Opportunity to work in a welcoming Southern Florida community with access to outdoor activities and nearby metropolitan areas.

Job Requirements:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical institution.

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine, with relevant Emergency Department experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of recent Emergency Medicine experience.

• Active Florida Medical License or eligibility to obtain one.

• Current ATLS, ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required.

• Experience with Epower Doc EMR is preferred.

• Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Patient-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a collaborative emergency care setting.