Emergency Medicine Physician

Job DescriptionJOB OVERVIEW• Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician• Job Type: Permanent – Full-Time• Location: Blackfoot, ID• Service Setting: Emergency Department – Critical Access Hospital• Schedule: 12-hour clinical shifts; consistent monthly schedule structurePATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE• Patient Demographics: Adults and Geriatrics; occasional Pediatrics• Average Daily Volume / Census: Approximately 900 ER visits per month• Admissions & Rounding: Included as part of Emergency Department workflow• Consults & Follow-Ups: Specialty consults available; follow-ups not required• Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: Full-spectrum Emergency Medicine, acute care presentations, trauma stabilization, and rapid triageFACILITY & TEAM DETAILS• Specialty Backup: Access to on-call specialists, imaging, diagnostics, and transfer support• Support Staff: Experienced ER nurses, EMS professionals, ancillary departments, and administrative support• Leadership & Reporting Structure: Reports to Emergency Medicine Medical Director or Chief Medical OfficerCREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE• Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 60–90 daysCOMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS• Base Salary: Nationally competitive annual salary; increased compensation for hours worked above 144 per month• Incentive Bonus Structure: Quality-based incentives available• Relocation Assistance: Up to $40,000 relocation assistance• Student Loan Repayment: Potential eligibility for federal and state forgiveness programs• CME Allowance: $5,000 annually• PTO & Holidays: Standard PTO and observed holidays (program-specific details provided during interview)• Health & Retirement Benefits:• Medical, Dental, Vision• Retirement plan with employer contributions• Life & Disability Coverage• Malpractice Insurance coveredREQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS• Board Status: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine• State License Required: Eligibility for Idaho medical licensure• Certifications: ACLS and BLS required; additional certifications as needed for Emergency Medicine practice• Experience: Prior Emergency Medicine experience preferred• Additional Requirements: Ability to work independently in a fast-paced CAH environment; EMR proficiency; strong team-based care orientationDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES• Provide full-spectrum Emergency Medicine care in a high-acuity Critical Access Hospital setting• Evaluate and manage a wide range of emergency presentations with support from nursing, EMS, and specialty teams• Utilize well-equipped ER resources including diagnostics, imaging, and rapid transfer protocols• Participate in collaborative care with hospitalists, EMS, and ancillary departments• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital standards• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and departmental workflow optimizationCOMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS• About the Area: Blackfoot offers a family-friendly, small-town environment with strong community support and easy access to outdoor recreation• Local Attractions: Close proximity to skiing, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and camping; near Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks• School System: Well-rated public schools with additional charter and private options in neighboring cities• Housing: Affordable housing with diverse neighborhood options and spacious properties• Demographic & Professional Profile: Community of families, outdoor enthusiasts, and healthcare professionals• Nearby Cities: Positioned between Idaho Falls and Pocatello• Nearest Airport: Idaho Falls Regional Airport• Distance from Airport: Approximately 25 minutes by carRequirementsLocum Tenens