JOB OVERVIEW
- Job Title: Emergency Medicine Physician
- Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
- Location: Blackfoot, ID
- Service Setting: Emergency Department Critical Access Hospital
- Schedule: 12-hour clinical shifts; consistent monthly schedule structure PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE
- Patient Demographics: Adults and Geriatrics; occasional Pediatrics
- Average Daily Volume / Census: Approximately 900 ER visits per month
- Admissions & Rounding: Included as part of Emergency Department workflow
- Consults & Follow-Ups: Specialty consults available; follow-ups not required
- Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: Full-spectrum Emergency Medicine, acute care presentations, trauma stabilization, and rapid triage FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS
- Specialty Backup: Access to on-call specialists, imaging, diagnostics, and transfer support
- Support Staff: Experienced ER nurses, EMS professionals, ancillary departments, and administrative support
- Leadership & Reporting Structure: Reports to Emergency Medicine Medical Director or Chief Medical Officer CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE
- Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 6090 days COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS
- Base Salary: Nationally competitive annual salary; increased compensation for hours worked above 144 per month
- Incentive Bonus Structure: Quality-based incentives available
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $40,000 relocation assistance
- Student Loan Repayment: Potential eligibility for federal and state forgiveness programs
- CME Allowance: $5,000 annually
- PTO & Holidays: Standard PTO and observed holidays (program-specific details provided during interview)
- Health & Retirement
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Life & Disability Coverage
- Malpractice Insurance covered REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Board Status: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine
- State License Required: Eligibility for Idaho medical licensure
- Certifications: ACLS and BLS required; additional certifications as needed for Emergency Medicine practice
- Experience: Prior Emergency Medicine experience preferred
- Additional
Requirements: Ability to work independently in a fast-paced CAH environment; EMR proficiency; strong team-based care orientation DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide full-spectrum Emergency Medicine care in a high-acuity Critical Access Hospital setting
- Evaluate and manage a wide range of emergency presentations with support from nursing, EMS, and specialty teams
- Utilize well-equipped ER resources including diagnostics, imaging, and rapid transfer protocols
- Participate in collaborative care with hospitalists, EMS, and ancillary departments
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital standards
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and departmental workflow optimization COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
- About the Area: Blackfoot offers a family-friendly, small-town environment with strong community support and easy access to outdoor recreation
- Local Attractions: Close proximity to skiing, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and camping; near Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks
- School System: Well-rated public schools with additional charter and private options in neighboring cities
- Housing: Affordable housing with diverse neighborhood options and spacious properties
- Demographic & Professional Profile: Community of families, outdoor enthusiasts, and healthcare professionals
- Nearby Cities: Positioned between Idaho Falls and Pocatello
- Nearest Airport: Idaho Falls Regional Airport
- Distance from Airport: Approximately 25 minutes by car
