Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Location: Schenectady, NY (J-1 Eligible)
Company: Optigy
Type: Permanent Full-Time Onsite
Salary: $220/hr (W2) , $260/hr (1099)
Position Overview:
Optigy is seeking an Emergency Medicine physician for a high-acuity, high-volume Emergency Department located within a 368-bed hospital serving the greater Capital Region of upstate New York. This hospital is known for excellence in cardiovascular, stroke, and surgical care, and provides a robust and innovative environment for emergency clinicians.
ED Volume: 51,000 annual visits
Facility Size: 368-bed full-service hospital
Coverage Model: 24/7 emergency physician coverage with Physician in Triage (PIT) program
Certifications: First ED in the nation to receive Certified Autism Center (CAC) designation
Documentation: Cerner EMR + Electronic Emergency Department Tracking Board
Qualifications:
o BC/BP in Emergency Medicine
o OR BC/BP in Family or Internal Medicine with Emergency Medicine experience
o Current ATLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
Compensation:
Base Compensation: $220/hr (W2) , $260/hr (1099)
Sign-On Bonus: $100,000
CME/BEA: $4,000 tax-free annually
New Grad Package: $6,500 + licensing costs (state & DEA) in year one
Employment Models: W-2 and 1099 available
Benefits:
Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
Malpractice: Includes tail coverage and legal support industry-leading claims record
Parental Leave: 100% paid
Military Leave: Paid
Disability: Short- and long-term (own occupation)
Student Loan Refinancing: Rates as low as 2.99%
Intangibles & Professional Development:
National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB)
24/7/365 Live Physician Support
Access to top-tier professional development programs:
o Scholars (Leadership Training)
o Efficiency Academy
o Engagement & Experience Academy
Internal traveling physician program
Annual Clinical Assembly participation
J-1 Visa Candidates are Eligible for Hire
About the Community:
Schenectady, NY is a thriving and historic city in the heart of eastern New York state. Residents enjoy access to the beautiful Stockade District, scenic nature preserves, and a wealth of outdoor and cultural activities. With excellent public schools, a welcoming and diverse community, top-tier universities nearby, and a robust local economy, Schenectady offers an exceptional quality of life with easy access to Albany, Saratoga Springs, and the Adirondack Mountains.
Recruiter Contact:
Stephen Kanfer
