Physician / Emergency Medicine / Alabama / Permanent / Emergency Medicine Physician (Nocturnist) - Full-Time - MD/DO Job

Emergency Medicine Physician

We are seeking EM residency-trained, ABEM or AOBEM certified (or eligible) physicians who are ready to grow their careers in a supportive and well-established team environment.

Job Description

• High-acuity Emergency Medicine position that offers strong compensation, great lifestyle balance, and career security.
• Join a hospital-employed team at a 420-bed community hospital and Level II Trauma Center serving over 600,000 people.
• Average of 14 shifts per month with a 67-day block off every month. Extra shifts available if you want to boost your income.
• Earn a competitive salary in the $430,000-$480,000 range, including base pay, night differentials, and incentives.
• Performance bonuses of $30,000 annually for your first 3 years, increasing to $40,000 annually starting year 4.
• $100,000 sign-on bonus at the start of employment.
• Repayment options available to help pay down student debt faster.
• Employer-funded retirement plan, paid malpractice with tail coverage, and stability in a hospital-employed position.
• Annual CME and professional dues allowance, plus paid interview expenses.

Practice Highlights

• 60,000 annual ED visits with a high-acuity patient mix.
• Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center.
• 24/7 specialty support: neurosurgery (including neuroendovascular and neurohospitalists), cardiology/interventional cardiology, cardiothoracic and vascular surgery, orthopedics, and general surgery.
• 32 ICU beds and 10-bed Neurocritical Care Unit with dedicated intensivists.
• Hospitalist and Clinical Decision Unit coverage for admissions, transfers, and observation patients.
• Advanced imaging on-site: 3 MRIs (including a 3T), 3 CTs (including a 64-slice), and PET scanner.
• Teaching opportunities through ACGME-accredited residency programs and the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Community Overview

Dothan is a family-friendly city with a low cost of living, excellent schools, and quick access to the beach. It's a great place to build both your career and lifestyle.

• Ranked small city for doctors (AdvisorSmith).
• Less than 100 miles to Gulf Coast beaches; nearby lakes and rivers for outdoor activities.
• Regional airport with Delta service for easy travel.