Physician - Duke Regional Hospital Emergency Medicine

Duke Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC seeks Emergency Medicine Physicians to provide direct clinical care in the ED. You will handle medical assessments, ensure appropriate dispositions, and maintain complete documentation in compliance with licensure and accreditation standards.

This full-time role offers rotating day/evening/night shifts. Board-eligible or Board-certified EM physicians are encouraged to apply, with ongoing opportunities for professional development within Duke Health’s

Qualifications

• Board-certified/eligible in Emergency Medicine.
• Active medical license in North Carolina (NCMB).
• DEA registration with prescriptive authority.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care in the Emergency Department.
• Perform accurate assessment, diagnosis, and disposition of ED patients.
• Complete clinical and professional records in a timely manner to meet regulatory standards.
• Communicate with consulting providers to coordinate patient care.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work culture within the ED and related teams.
• Participate in Medical Staff and department committees as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Patient care

Education

MD/DO degree

Emergency Medicine Residency

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Regional Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range ofmedical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight‑loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

Job Location

Duke Regional Hospital, Durham, NC

Job Summary

Emergency Medicine Physicians are clinicians who provide clinical care and treatment for patients presenting at Duke Regional Hospital's Emergency Department.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Engage in direct clinical practice as the principal component of his/her professional responsibility within the Department.
• Provide medical assessment, diagnostic determination, and clinical management necessary to ensure appropriate clinical disposition of Emergency Department patients.
• Accurate and timely completion of all clinical and professional records and documentation to assure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory, licensure, and accreditation requirements.
• Communicate with consulting providers as necessary to facilitate necessary ongoing care and treatment of patients.
• Work to create a positive work culture within department and cross‑departmental teams.
• Participate in relevant Medical Staff and DRH committees representing Emergency Medicine as needed and requested.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Job Eligibility Requirements

Education

Graduate of MD or DO Medical School with completion of Emergency Medicine Residency.

License

Current unrestricted medical license issued by NCMB.

Federal and State DEA number with prescriptive authority

Certification

ABMS Board Eligibility or Board Certification in Emergency Medicine.

Experience

Training experiences as mandated by the American Board of Emergency Medicine for board eligibility/certification required. Experience in emergency medicine practice preferred.

Job Hours

Full-Time, Rotating schedule of days, nights, weekends and holidays. Sixteen 10‑hour shifts for full 1.0 FTE

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