Assistant Chief for Emergency Medicine

HCA Florida JFK Hospital; Atlantis (FL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with match

AMA dues paid

Job summary

HCA Florida JFK Hospital in Atlantis, FL is seeking an Assistant Chief Emergency Medicine Physician to lead the emergency department at JFK Medical Center, along Florida's Atlantic coast in Palm Beach County.

The department features an 88,000 annual patient visits, a 78-bed ED with a 12-bed fast track, and a 6-bed behavioral health unit; the hospital offers teaching opportunities with EM residency rotations and strong multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• ABEM/ABOEM certified.
• At least 2 years practice experience.
• Emergency Medicine leadership and clinical expertise preferred.

Job description

Job Summary

HCA Florida JFK Hospital in Atlantis, FL is currently seeking an Assistant Chief Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team at JFK Medical Center and practice along the Florida Atlantic Coast in Palm Beach County.

Description

Specialization

Emergency Medicine

Job Summary

HCA Florida JFK Hospital in Atlantis, FL is currently seeking an Assistant Chief Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team at JFK Medical Center and practice along the Florida Atlantic Coast in Palm Beach County.

The 78 bed emergency department rooms are equipped with the most advanced resources for examining, stabilizing, treating, and monitoring patients. There is also an adjacent 12-bed fast-track area and a 6-bed behavioral health unit. The hospital is one of three hospitals in the county designated as a Cardiac Alert Receiving Facility and has a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and Certified Chest Pain Center. The hospital also promotes teaching opportunities with medical, surgical, and Emergency Medicine residency rotation throughout the department.

Emergency Department Features

• 88,000 annual patient visits
• 78-bed Emergency Department; 12 fast track
• Physician coverage – 70 hours/day
• MLP coverage – 30 hours/day
• Admission rate – 45%
• Peds volume – less than 10%
• Charting system – Meditech PDOC

Qualifications Required

ABEM/ABOEM certified

At least 2 years practice experience

Incentives/Benefits

Health Ins, dental, vision, life, ST/LT, and many more, 401k with match, discounted stock options, AMA dues paid, etc.

About the Hospital

HCA Florida JFK Hospital was originally named John F. Kennedy Hospital as the first memorial to our nation's 35th president in 1966. Growing with the community, JFK Medical Center has evolved into a multi-campus medical center, encompassing four convenient locations throughout Palm Beach County.

Our main campus in Atlantis is a 558-bed acute care medical and surgical facility known for its comprehensive services including 24-Hour Emergency Medicine Services, Cardiovascular Care, Cancer Care, Breast Care, Neurosciences, Stroke Care, General, Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery, Orthopedic Care, Spine Care, Bariatrics, Sleep Disorders, Wound Management, Behavioral Health and Obstetrics.

We also offer two off-site emergency rooms in Palm Beach Gardens and West Boynton Beach. These facilities offer 24-hour care for emergent conditions in adults and children, providing the same emergency treatment as our hospital-based ERs, just closer to home. JFK Medical Center is committed to providing quality, cost-effective healthcare to the communities we serve.

About the Community

Welcome to Atlantis, Florida, a hidden gem nestled within Palm Beach County known for its serene atmosphere, lush landscapes, and premier golfing opportunities. Here's why Atlantis should be your next home:

• Exclusive Community: Experience the exclusivity of living in Atlantis, a gated community renowned for its privacy and security, offering residents a tranquil oasis away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
• Premier Golfing: Immerse yourself in Atlantis's premier golfing scene, with access to two championship golf courses, including the Lost City Golf Club designed by renowned architect Dick Wilson, providing residents with unparalleled golfing experiences.
• Tax Benefits: Take advantage of Florida's tax benefits, including no state income tax, allowing residents to retain more of their earnings and enjoy a lower overall tax burden compared to many other states.
• Luxury Living: Enjoy luxury living in Atlantis, with upscale residences featuring spacious floor plans, stunning waterfront views, and access to exclusive amenities such as tennis courts, swimming pools, and private beach clubs.
• Community Engagement: Engage with the tight‑knit community of Atlantis, with residents enjoying a variety of social activities, events, and clubs organized within the neighborhood, fostering a strong sense of belonging and camaraderie.
• Convenient Location: Explore Atlantis's convenient location within Palm Beach County, with easy access to major highways, airports, shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions in nearby cities like West Palm Beach and Boca Raton.

Why (about) HCA Healthcare

Nashville-based HCA Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services comprising 190 hospitals and approximately 2,500 ambulatory sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding ERs, urgent care centers, and physician clinics, in 19 states and the United Kingdom. With its founding in 1968, HCA Healthcare created a new model for hospital care in the United States, using combined resources to strengthen hospitals, deliver patient‑focused care and improve the practice of medicine. HCA Healthcare has conducted a number of clinical studies, including one that demonstrated that full‑term delivery is healthier than early elective delivery of babies and another that identified a clinical protocol that can reduce bloodstream infections in ICU patients by 44%. HCA Healthcare is a learning health system that uses its approximately 47 million annual patient encounters to advance science, improve patient care and save lives.