Physician - Hilton Head Emergency Department
On-siteHilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a wide range of emergency medical conditions in a 12-hour shift mix of adult and pediatric cases. Perform emergency procedures, determine patient disposition including admission, discharge, or transfer, and provide medical oversight for Advanced Practice Providers through chart review and consultation. Ensure EMTALA compliance by providing a Medical Screening Examination to all individuals and stabilizing identified emergency conditions or arranging appropriate transfers. Collaborate with nursing staff, consultants, and ancillary services to ensure timely care and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record. Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and peer review activities as required.
Required Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency program
- Current, unrestricted South Carolina medical license (M.D. or D.O.)
- Active state and federal controlled substance licenses
- Board certification in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Significant standing, sitting, bending, and some lifting; good manual dexterity, vision and hearing required
- Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in a fast-paced office environment
- Must be able to multi-task and handle a variety of issues at one time
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