Emergency Medicine Physician
At a glance
Emergency Medicine Physician role posted by Curative, a recruiter. Jamestown, ND · full-time · from $420,000 a year.
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What you'll do
- Treat emergency patients across a broad range of acuity while making independent clinical decisions
- Lead emergency department operations, including policies, performance measures and peer review
- Guide quality initiatives and help shape patient care during the Medical Director transition
- Work with hospitalists, who admit ED patients, so your clinical focus stays on emergency care
What you bring
- You are board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine
- You are comfortable practicing in a rural ED and making independent decisions across broad acuity
- You have an interest in clinical leadership, quality work and emergency department operations
Who this fits
This role combines emergency medicine practice with Medical Director responsibilities and mentorship during the leadership transition. The schedule uses 12-hour shifts in 6a-6p and 6p-6a blocks, averaging about 145 shifts annually. It suits a physician who wants autonomy in a rural ED and is interested in operations and quality initiatives.
From the recruiter
You're stepping into an established rural emergency department with the chance to shape operations and patient care as the next Medical Director. This Emergency Medicine role blends hands-on clinical work with real leadership support during a thoughtful transition. If you enjoy autonomy, strong nursing support, and a tight-knit team, this is worth a closer look.
Practice Overview
- You'll join a 5-physician Emergency Medicine team with an autonomous governance model and occasional locum support
- Medical Director opportunity with mentorship from the outgoing physician leader during the transition
- ED features 2 trauma bays and 9 treatment rooms, plus helipad access for emergent transfers
- On-site resources include 24/7 lab and radiology (CT/X-ray), with specialty support available (anesthesia, surgery, OB, hospitalist, and more)
Schedule
- 12-hour shifts with consistent blocks: 6a-6p and 6p-6a
- Typical coverage model averages about 145 shifts per physician annually
- Flexible scheduling approach built around provider preferences and team collaboration
- Hospitalists admit all ED patients, helping you stay focused on emergency care
Compensation & Benefits
- Base starting at $420,000 for 145 shifts, with additional shifts available for higher income
- $25,000 sign-on bonus
- $75,000 retention bonus. $25,000 paid after each year in the initial 3-year contract term.
- $10,000 relocation assistance
- $7,500 CME allowance
- Malpractice coverage and 401(k) with matching contributions
Candidate Requirements
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Emergency Medicine
- Preference for physicians finishing residency in or those with relevant post-training experience
- Comfort practicing in a rural ED setting with broad acuity and strong independent decision-making
- Interest in clinical leadership, quality initiatives, and ED operations (policy, metrics, peer review)
Community & Location Highlights
- Mid-sized regional hub setting serving a primary population of 30,000+ along I-94.
- Outdoor recreation is a major draw-great fit if you enjoy wide-open spaces and four-season activities.
- Local housing options are available, with relocation timing supported by an established onboarding process.s
- Regional travel access with larger metro amenities within driving distance
Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals