Emergency Medicine Physician Job at Inhospital Physicians in Michigan

Garden City Hospital – Detroit Metro Area, Michigan

About the Opportunity:
Garden City Hospital, located in the heart of the Detroit metro area, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Medical Director to lead our robust Emergency Department. This is a rewarding opportunity to oversee clinical operations, drive quality initiatives, and continue your own clinical practice in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Position Highlights:

• Role: Emergency Medicine Medical Director

• Mix:

• Clinical: ~80-100 hours/month (flexible mix of day, mid, and night shifts)

• Administrative: Remaining time dedicated to leadership duties throughout the week (some admin tasks and meetings can be performed remotely)

• Total Hours: ~144 hours/month

About the Emergency Department:

• Annual Volume: ~36,000 visits

• Beds: 32 main ED beds + 6 fast track beds

• Trauma Designation: Level III (anything beyond stabilization is transferred to Beaumont)

• Patient Load: ~2 patients per hour, moderate acuity

• Coverage: Typically staffed with 2 physicians and 1 APP on shift

• Shift Structure:

• Day and Night shifts: 12 hours

• Mid shifts: 8 hours

• EMR: Epic.

Director Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and administrative oversight for the ED team

• Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care

• Participate in departmental hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and education

• Drive performance improvement initiatives and maintain regulatory compliance

• Serve as liaison between the ED team and hospital administration

• Participate in hospital leadership meetings and strategy discussions

Ideal Candidate:

• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM)

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an attending emergency physician

• At least 2 years of leadership experience (Medical Director, Associate Director, or similar)

• Strong team-building, communication, and operational skills

Why Garden City Hospital?

• A vibrant community hospital with over 70 years of service to western Wayne County and the greater Detroit area

• Recognized for quality care, with a history of awards including IBM Watson’s Top 100 Hospitals and Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence

• Family-friendly community with affordable living, excellent schools, and close access to Detroit’s sports, cultural, and dining attractions

• Supportive hospital administration committed to investing in emergency services and staff growth