Academic Physician In Augusta, GA

TeamHEALTH; Murray Hill (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Augusta seeks an academic ultrasound core faculty member to lead a new emergency medicine residency program.

Ideal candidate is ABEM/AOBEM board-certified with an ultrasound fellowship and MD or DO degree. The role includes program leadership, education, and advancing ultrasound in clinical practice and research.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in ABEM or AOBEM.
• Must have completed an ultrasound fellowship.
• MD or DO degree; leadership in ultrasound is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the EM ultrasound program and integrate it into clinical, educational, and research activities.
• Develop and deliver ultrasound training for faculty, residents, and medical students (workshops, lectures, hands-on sessions).
• Innovate and expand point-of-care ultrasound use within the department.
• Facilitate and support ultrasound-related research and scholarly activity.
• Collaborate with other departments to unify ultrasound practices and protocols.

Skills

ABEM/AOBEM Board Certification

Education

MD/DO degree

Ultrasound fellowship completed

Job description

Doctors Hospital of Augusta is seeking an academic ultrasound core faculty member for a new emergency medicine residency program.Practice in an award-winning hospital known for its excellence in robotic surgery, orthopedics, burns and emergency medicine! In addition to the hospital’s outstanding clinical reputation, you will also enjoy the desirable location in Augusta, a growing city offering easy access to Charleston, Savannah, and the east coast beaches of Hilton Head and Tybee Island.

About the Role

• Board Certified ABEM/AOBEM
• Must have completed an ultrasound fellowship
• MD or DOLeadership and Oversight: Lead and oversee the EM ultrasound program, ensuring its integration into clinical, educational, and research activities
• Education and Training: Develop and deliver ultrasound training for faculty, residents, and medical students, including workshops, lectures, and hands-on sessions
• Program Development: Innovate and expand the use of point-of-care ultrasound within the department
• Research: Facilitate and support ultrasound-related research and scholarly activity
• Collaboration: Work with other departments to unify ultrasound practices and protocols

About DHOA

• A full-service, 354-bed acute care hospital where we provide personalized care and are committed to the care and improvement of human life
• Leading the way in robotic surgery, advanced orthopedic procedures, emergency care, and women’s services, we have expert physicianswho are committed to excellent outcomes in a safe environment
• Recognized as one of America’s 50 Best in Surgical Care in 2022, along with numerous other Healthgrades excellence awards
• Level II Trauma Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center, certified in Primary Stroke Care, and the first in the area to be designated a Center of Excellence in Women’s Health Surgery
• Joseph M. Still Burn Center providescomplex and comprehensive burn and wound care for more than 3,000 patients from across the country each year

ED Features

• Daily Physician Coverage: 60 hours
• Daily APC Coverage: 70 hours
• Hospital Beds: 354
• ED Beds: 38 (+25 hallway/recliners)
• Fast Track: Yes
• Primary Stroke Center
• Largest Burn Center in the US
• Acuity Level: Medium
• EMR: Meditech

HCA Healthcare Graduate Medical Education

Doctors Hospital of Augusta (DHOA) Emergency Medicine Residency received accreditation and have their first year of residents starting June 2026!

• Highly competitive clinical rate
• Sign-on-bonus
• Relocation stipend
• Paid professional liability insurance
• Advanced practice clinician support
• Engaged medical staff and leadership team
• State of the art facilities
• Work/life balance

About the City

Augusta is located at the fall line of the Savannah River, at the head of its navigable portion. Augusta is the principal city of the Augusta-Richmond County Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the third-largest city and the second-largest metro area in the state after Atlanta. It is best known for hosting The Masters golf tournament each spring, and is full of southern charm. Downtown Augusta boasts a thriving arts and food scene, with fabulous festivals, shopping, and restaurants.