Emergency Medicine Physician Job at Veterans Health Administration in Charleston, SC

The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center is recruiting an Emergency Medicine Physician. The primary purpose of the position is to provide immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization, and disposition of a generally diversified population of patients in response to acute illness and injury in the Emergency Department (ED). Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Treating injuries and illnesses in the ED as an independent practitioner who is board certified in Emergency Medicine.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and having membership in hospital committees to ensure effective communication between ED clinicians and other hospital medical staff.
• Work with residents in the academic affiliate as they learn emergency medicine skills.

The schedule is 80 hours per pay period with rotating shifts to cover the 24/7/365 patient care needs of the emergency department.

About this location:

Ralph H. Johnson VA can be found in beautiful downtown Charleston. With its rich history, vibrant culture, idyllic coastal location, exquisitely preserved architecture, and celebrated dining selections, Charleston is one of America’s best loved destinations. Settled alongside the Ashley rivers and Atlantic Ocean, Charleston has a subtropical climate with mild winters and warm, sunny summers. Charleston proper is surrounded by communities and neighborhoods that extend beyond the historic peninsula. The barrier islands, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, North Charleston, and Summerville are within a 20-mile distance of downtown Charleston. The Charleston Airport is just 15 minutes west of downtown, making business or family trips convenient.

Interested in learning more?

Respond directly with current CV and BC/BE eligibility.