Emergency Room Medical Director

Tohono O'odham Nation; Sells (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Tohono O'odham Nation seeks a supervising physician for the Emergency Department at Sells Hospital, with oversight of emergency and acute care delivery across TONHC facilities. The role emphasizes leadership, compliance with HIPAA and medical bylaws, and collaboration with the Medical Officer.

The candidate will supervise physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, participate in training, and ensure quality patient care in a dynamic rural Native American health system.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree and board certification in Emergency Medicine.
• Permanent, unrestricted medical license in the US or equivalent.
• At least 1 year post-residency Emergency Medicine experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise ER staff and ensure high-quality emergent and acute patient care.
• Plan staffing, schedules, budgets, and department operations.
• Coordinate with Medical Officer for policy and program adherence.
• Provide on-the-job training and supervise interns and residents.
• Deliver trauma and emergency medical services in a rural Native American setting.

Skills

Emergency Medicine Expertise

Clinical Leadership

Staff supervision

HIPAA compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

ECFMG certification / Fifth Pathway

Job description

Tohono O'odham Nation seeks a supervising physician for the Emergency Department at Sells Hospital, with oversight of emergency and acute care delivery across TONHC facilities. The role emphasizes leadership, compliance with HIPAA and medical bylaws, and collaboration with the Medical Officer.

The candidate will supervise physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, participate in training, and ensure quality patient care in a dynamic rural Native American health system.