Emergency Medicine Physician (EM MD/DO)

Optigy Group; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 200,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

CME support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

gobravvo in Mississippi is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician (EM MD/DO) for a full-time role in a fast-paced ED. You will provide acute care, supervise NPs and PAs, and drive high standards of patient safety and clinical excellence.

The ideal candidate has board certification or eligibility in EM, FM, or IM, with ED or acute care experience, and a commitment to ongoing professional development and teamwork in a supportive community setting.

Qualifications

• MD or DO graduate from an accredited medical school.
• Complete 3-year EM/FM/IM residency with moonlighting approval.
• Board cert or board eligible in EM/FM/IM.
• Active Mississippi medical license and DEA registration.
• ACLS/ATLS/PALS certifications if not EM board certified.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert emergency medical care for ED patients.
• Supervise NPs and PAs; ensure best practices.
• Perform moderate sedation procedures.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation and case logs.
• Complete CME hours and ongoing professional development.
• Collaborate to optimize patient outcomes and workflow.
• Maintain credentialing and licensure; DEA and regulatory docs.

Skills

Leadership in supervising APPs

Moderate sedation proficiency

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

MD or DO degree

Residency in EM/FM/IM

Board Certification/Eligibility in EM/FM/IM

Active MS medical license

ACLS/ATLS/PALS certifications

Job description

Emergency Medicine Physician (EM MD/DO) - Full-time Opportunity in Mississippi

Are you seeking a dynamic career as an Emergency Medicine Physician (EM MD/DO) in Mississippi? We are searching for dedicated and highly qualified physicians to join our emergency medicine team. This full-time opportunity offers ongoing coverage in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, where your expertise and leadership will make a real difference in patient outcomes and in the well-being of the community you serve. As an Emergency Medicine Physician, you will play a vital role in delivering acute care, supervising advanced practice providers, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for physicians with recent emergency department (ED) or acute care experience who thrive in challenging settings and are passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care. The role requires a commitment to professional development, clinical leadership, and collaborative teamwork with nurse practitioners and physician assistants. If you are seeking a rewarding emergency medicine career in Mississippi, we encourage you to read on.

Emergency Medicine Physician (EM MD/DO) - Summary

• Full-time emergency medicine opportunity with ongoing coverage needs
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment focused on acute patient care
• Key leadership role supervising and supporting NPs and PAs
• Ideal for board-certified or board-eligible physicians in EM, FM, or IM with significant ED experience
• Located in Mississippi, offering a vibrant community and supportive professional network

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide expert emergency medical care to patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions in the emergency department
• Serve as a supervising or backup physician for nurse practitioners and physician assistants, ensuring best practices and quality standards are met
• Demonstrate proficiency and experience with moderate sedation procedures
• Maintain compliance with all required clinical documentation, including timely and accurate completion of patient records and case logs
• Participate in ongoing professional development, including completion of continuing medical education (CME) hours
• Uphold the highest standards of patient safety, infection control, and professional ethics
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and departmental workflow
• Adhere to all credentialing requirements, including maintenance of licensure, DEA registration, and other regulatory documentation
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the advancement of emergency medicine best practices

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Claims-made malpractice coverage with $100,000/$300,000 policy limits
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and CME
• Supportive clinical team and access to advanced resources
• Potential for long-term career growth within the organization

Qualifications & Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Completion of a 3-year residency in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine (with appropriate moonlighting approval)
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Emergency Medicine (EM), Family Medicine (FM), or Internal Medicine (IM)
• Minimum of 2,000 contact hours within the past 2 years in emergency department or acute care settings
• Active, unrestricted Mississippi medical license
• Active Mississippi DEA registration (with Mississippi address and schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4 & 5)
• Active Controlled Substance Registration (CSR), if required
• Documentation of case logs from the past 2 years
• Proof of 40 CME hours completed within the past 2 years
• Current ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications if not board certified in Emergency Medicine or if EM training was not completed
• Experience and comfort with moderate sedation procedures
• Flu vaccination required; COVID-19 vaccination preferred but not mandatory

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Experienced in emergency medicine with a strong clinical background in acute and critical care
• Demonstrated leadership in supervising advanced practice providers
• Proficient with moderate sedation and comfortable in a fast-paced ED environment
• Meticulous with documentation and credentialing requirements
• Committed to lifelong learning and maintaining certifications
• Adaptable, collaborative, and dedicated to patient-centered care

Other Relevant Information

• All candidates must have active credentials (medical license, DEA, board certification/eligibility, CSR if required) at the time of application; pending credentials cannot be accepted
• This position offers the chance to work in Mississippi, a state known for its welcoming communities and opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive onboarding and credentialing process provided
• Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status