ED Physician

Merrimack Health; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 276,000 - 413,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, retirement

CME allowance

Tail malpractice coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Merrimack Health is seeking a Physician in Emergency Medicine to join our growing team delivering state-of-the-art emergency care across Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill EDs in Massachusetts. The Emergency Medicine team includes over 30 physicians and APPs, with active ACLS and PALS certification required and opportunities for professional growth within an integrated system.

We offer a competitive base salary with quality bonus incentives, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to pay

Qualifications

• MD/DO or foreign medical equivalent required.
• Completion of Emergency Medicine residency program required.
• BC/BE in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM) preferred.
• Active ACLS and PALS certification required; maintain board certification.

Responsibilities

• Regular Schedule: 32 or 28 hours per week, working 2 weekends per month.
• Physician time allocated between Lawrence, Methuen, and Haverhill EDs based on needs.
• Provide emergency medical care in a high-volume system with integrated EMS support.
• Maintain licensure, participate in quality initiatives, and contribute to patient safety.

Skills

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Massachusetts licensure eligibility

BC/BE Emergency Medicine

Education

MD or DO or foreign medical equivalent

Emergency Medicine residency

Job description

AtMerrimack Health, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary rangeis $200.00to$300.00hourly, excluding fringe benefits and potential bonuses.

Your final base salary will be determined based on your education, experience, licensure, andinternal equity considerations. Offers are typically made below the top of the rangeto support future salary growth.

Position Overview:

Merrimack Healthis seekingaPhysicianinEmergencyMedicineto join our growing team that provides state-of-the-art emergency care to the population of the Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire.

The Emergency Medicine team includes over 30 Emergency Physicians and APPs as part of an integrated department. Emergency Physicians in the Lawrence, Methuen and HaverhillEmergency Centers bring administrative and quality support in the fields of EMS, Ultrasound, International Emergency Medicine, Wilderness Medicine, and Quality and Patient Safety. Family Medicine Residents from the Greater Lawrence Family Health Center also rotate through the Lawrence Hospital Emergency Center. Both campuses are on the same EHR.

Primary Qualifications and Responsibilities:

• Regular Schedule: 32 or 28 hours per week, working 2 weekends per month.
• Minimum of MD, DO, or foreign medical equivalent.
• Successful completion of an Emergency Medicine residency program
• Eligible for full unrestricted licensure to practice in Massachusetts.
• BC/BE in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM)
• Physician time will be allocated between the Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill ED's depending on clinical needs and provider preference.
• Active ACLS and PALS certification required. Once board certified, physicians must maintain active board certification and provide evidence of prior ACLS and PALS certification.
• Competitive compensation package, including base salary and quality bonusincentives.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, retirement, CME allowance, malpractice coverage with tail, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth within an integrated emergency medicine system.

About Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill ED's:

The LawrenceHospital Emergency Center is a 41 bedEmergency Room that serves 67,000 visits annually. Features of the Emergency Center include 3 expanded trauma/resuscitation rooms, a dedicated area for CT and X-ray, EDObservation Unit, dedicatedBehavioral Health team, and a newly expanded Vertical Area for patient care.

Merrimack Health Methuen and Haverhillis a 310-bed full service, acute care hospital with two campuses located in Methuen and Haverhill, Massachusetts. We provide expert care in orthopedics, wound care, women’s health, cardiovascular services, stroke, and behavioral health. The Methuen campuses offers inpatient medical/surgical units, advanced ICU capabilities (Methuen), Ob/Gyn, and specialized psychiatric care. Haverhill is transitioning to become a satellite ED on October 1st and will continue to offer 24/7 emergency services including advanced imaging.

• Methuen ED: Serving more than 35,000 visits annually, the Methuen Emergency Department is a busy, full-service ED staffed with emergency physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Haverhill ED: A community-focused department with over 18,000 annual visits, the Haverhill Emergency Department provides high-quality, patient-centered emergency care, supported by a collaborative and collegial team. Haverhill is transitioning to become a satellite ED on October 1st and will continue to offer 24/7 emergency services including advanced imaging.

All departments operate on a shared Meditech Expanse electronic health record (EHR) system, ensuring seamless care and coordination across campuses.

About Merrimack Health

• Merrimack Health is the region’s first health care system serving the Merrimack Valley, prioritizing care and services based on the needs of its patients. Serving communities across Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire, Merrimack Health includes hospitals in Lawrence, Haverhill, and Methuen, as well as a network of community-based physician practices. A recognized leader in heart care and stroke treatment, maternal and child health, orthopedics, surgical care, trauma and emergency services, behavioral health, and outpatient programs, Merrimack Health delivers trusted, compassionate care close to home.

Why Join Merrimack Health?

• Play a keyrole in a new hospital system committed to serving a diverse community. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development. Benefit from the support of a dynamic leadership team focused on emergency medicine excellence. Contribute to a culture that values quality, innovation, and collaboration.

Location(s)

• Lawrence, Methuen and Haverhill, Massachusetts