Emergency Medicine physician openings in Conway, SC

• Located 10 miles from Myrtle Beach
• 325,000 person population in county
Start date: Late Summer/Fall 2026Position Details:
• Full-time, permanent position
• Join a high-performing Emergency Medicine team offering exceptional growth opportunities. Medical center is expanding their emergency care services to meet increasing patient demand.
• To support this expansion, it will launch 2 new state-of-the-art Free-Standing Emergency Departments (FSEDs):
A 12-bed FSED opening in August 2026. An 8-bed FSED in Socastee, expected to open in late 2026.
• This is a unique opportunity for Emergency Medicine Physicians to contribute to a community-focused, innovative healthcare environment in one of the fastest-growing counties in the U.S.
Schedule and Coverage:
• Minimum of 120 hours per month (12-hour shifts), with the opportunity to work additional shifts if desired - no cap on monthly shifts, and all are paid at the same rate.
• Rotations between the main ED and FSEDs are expected, though exclusive FSED coverage may be considered.
• Daily Staffing: The (main) ED is staffed with 4 physicians and 3 APPs each day. The FSEDs will be staffed according to volume.
• Emergency physicians manage an average of 1.8-2 patients per hour, maintaining high efficiency even during peak times.
• The team continuously monitors volume trends to optimize staffing and ensure excellent patient care.
• No call responsibilities are required for this position.
• Shifts are structured to promote flexibility, ensuring a sustainable work-life balance.
Facilities and Resources:
• FSED : 12 beds with full lab, X-ray, CT, and ultrasound capabilities.
• FSED : 8 beds with full lab, X-ray, CT, and ultrasound capabilities - will be attached location in Socastee, which is a multispecialty facility in a growing community.
• Cerner EMR with Dragon Dictation for efficient charting.
• Specialist Access: The ED operates with a closed ICU supported by intensivists available in-house 24/7. Surgicalists are on call to assist in the ED when needed.
• Medical center is a Chest Pain Center with an established STEMI program and 24/7 interventional cardiology services. STEMI alert protocols ensure rapid and efficient cardiac emergency response.
• Physicians have opportunities to mentor residents and medical students. Clinical mentoring occurs during shifts, with no obligation for didactic lectures. This is ideal for physicians interested in teaching in a practical setting.
Level of Care and Transfers:
• Level III Trauma Center
• Over 50,000 annual ER visits
• Low Transfer Rate: 2% Admission Rate: 25%.
• Common transfers include neurosurgical cases, advanced orthopedic trauma, transplant patients, and pediatric ICU cases. Transfers are facilitated seamlessly through established call-center protocols with tertiary care facilities.
Candidate Parameters:
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (EM) required - (no FM or IM).
• Open to new residents, experienced physicians, and fellowship-trained candidates.
• Teaching experience is not required. However, residents (family medicine/transition year) and medical students will rotate through the department.
Compensation and Benefits:
• Competitive Compensation - Shift-based pay structure: $260 per hour
• Comprehensive Benefits - Health, dental, & vision; supplemental insurance options (short/long-term disability, accidental, cancer, life); retirement plans with 4% employer match.
• Student Loan Repayment - Eligible for loan repayment assistance through the PSLF program.
• CME Allowances - $3k annually.
• Malpractice Insurance/Tail Coverage - Provided by Medical Center.
• Licensure & Credentialing Fees - Covered by Medical Center.
• No proximity residency requirement.
About the Medical Center and Emergency Dept:
• State-of-the-art healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional medical care to the community. With over 95 years of unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of our
community, it has earned a reputation as a trusted and leading provider of comprehensive medical services in South Carolina.
• Duke Health Affiliate in Cancer: The only regional partner offering world-class oncology care.
• Accredited by DNV (Det Norske Veritas Healthcare Inc.).
• Named a Top-Rated Employer in the 2024 Forbes Best in State Employers list.
• Busiest da Vinci Robotic Surgery Platform in the eastern U.S. ( in the U.S.), and the first hospital in the Carolinas to use the da Vinci 5 Surgical System.
• Stroke care certified by the American Heart Association.
• Chest Pain Accreditation with Primary PCI, the only hospital in the region with this distinction.
About the Area:
• Cost of living 9.1% below the national average.
• Highly rated public and private schools and a leading division 1 university - Coastal Carolina University.
• An average of 218 days of sunshine each year, with an average temperature of 74 degrees.
• Beaches: Easy access and close proximity to the beaches of Myrtle Beach, Garden City, Surfside, Cherry Grove, and Murrells Inlet.
• Entertainment: Wide range of attractions, including amusement parks, live entertainment, and vibrant nightlife. Close proximity to major cities like Charleston and Columbia.
• Outdoor Recreation: Variety of outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, fishing, and golfing.