Emergency Medicine Physician-Alabama

ACEP Now; Alabama; On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ACEP Now is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician to provide immediate evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with acute illnesses and injuries. The role requires strong clinical actions in a fast-paced emergency department setting.

Responsibilities include performing medical procedures, coordinating care with teams, and documenting clinical findings. Candidates must possess an MD or DO, complete an accredited residency, and hold active medical licenses with necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with urgent and emergent medical conditions.
• Perform medical procedures including resuscitation, stabilization, and wound care.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests such as labs and imaging.
• Coordinate care with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Make timely clinical decisions to determine patient disposition.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
• Accurately document clinical findings, treatment plans, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Comply with all clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and continuing medical education activities.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills

Ability to work efficiently under pressure in high-acuity situations

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Team-oriented approach to patient care

Proficiency with electronic medical records

Education

Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution

Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency program

Board eligible or board certified in Emergency Medicine

Active and unrestricted medical license

Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications

Job description

The Emergency Medicine Physician provides immediate evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients presenting with acute illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies. This role requires rapid decision-making, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to manage a wide range of clinical conditions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with urgent and emergent medical conditions
• Perform medical procedures including resuscitation, stabilization, and wound care
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests such as labs and imaging
• Coordinate care with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals
• Make timely clinical decisions to determine patient disposition (admission, transfer, discharge)
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care
• Accurately document clinical findings, treatment plans, and outcomes in the medical record
• Comply with all clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and continuing medical education activities

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency program
• Board eligible or board certified in Emergency Medicine
• Active and unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for licensure)
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications (or ability to obtain)

Skills and Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in high-acuity situations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented approach to patient care
• Proficiency with electronic medical records

Work Environment

• Fast-paced emergency department setting
• Variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Exposure to a wide variety of medical, surgical, and traumatic conditions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move for extended periods
• Ability to perform procedures requiring manual dexterity
• Ability to lift and assist patients as needed

Requirements

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure