Chief of Emergency Medicine Department
HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is seeking a full-time Chief of Emergency Medicine for our 24-bed Adult Emergency Department (separate from the 10-room Pediatric ED) in Loxahatchee, FL, within the greater West Palm Beach area.
About the Role
- 65,000 annual patient visits (~45,000 Main ED; 20,000 Peds ED)
- Full-time position with 120 clinical hours per month and an average of 1.7 patients per hour
- Mixed schedule with 9–11 hour physician shifts
- 25 hours of Advanced Practice Provider (APP) coverage
Emergency Department Features
- Accredited STEMI program
- 24/7 Pediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) coverage
- 24/7 on-site ultrasound technician
- 24/7 MRI availability
- Comprehensive Stroke program
Requirements
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
- Current ACLS and PALS certifications
- Florida medical license with DEA
- Prior Chief of Emergency Medicine experience
Benefits
- Very competitive compensation with leadership stipend and bonus package
- W-2 comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
- 401k with match and discounted stock options
- AMA association dues covered
- BERA expense account
- Occurrence-based malpractice insurance with tail coverage
About the Facility
HCA Florida Palms West Hospital has provided healthcare excellence since 1986. As a thriving, comprehensive acute care community hospital, it offers a full complement of specialty services, including:
- Adult rehabilitation
- OBGYN, General surgery, Thoracic surgery, Neurosurgery, Vascular surgery, Orthopedic surgery, Podiatry
- Hematology/Oncology, Urology, Gastroenterology, Interventional Radiology, Nephrology
- Angioplasty, Breast Center, Cardiopulmonary services
- Center of Excellence in minimally invasive gynecology
- Critical care services, Imaging, Laboratory, Maternity and newborn care
- OB Hospitalist program, Occupational therapy, Outpatient therapy
- Pediatric oncology/hematology, Pediatric sedation and infusion, Rehabilitation
- Robotic surgery (gynecology and urology) and surgical services
As the only hospital in the Western Communities with a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department, Palms West is a leader in pediatric care in Palm Beach County and beyond.
Facility Highlights
- Recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care
- Awarded HCA's Best ED in 2024
- Earned a Center of Excellence COEMIG designation in minimally invasive gynecology by the AAGL and Surgical Review Corporation
- Named a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission for exemplary performance in heart attack, heart failure, and pneumonia care
The Community
Loxahatchee/Wellington, Florida, is a prestigious equestrian community in Palm Beach County known for its upscale neighborhoods, world-class amenities, and renowned equestrian events. Key features include:
- Equestrian paradise with top-notch facilities, prestigious horse shows (Winter Equestrian Festival, Global Dressage Festival), and scenic bridle paths
- Luxurious living with upscale gated communities, elegant estates, and waterfront properties
- Tax benefits: no state income tax
- All "A Rated" schools and a family-friendly environment with parks, playgrounds, and sports fields
- World-class polo at the International Polo Club Palm Beach
- Convenient location with easy access to major highways, airports, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions in West Palm Beach and Boca Raton
About HCA Healthcare
Nashville-based HCA Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services, comprising 190 hospitals and approximately 2,500 ambulatory sites of care across 19 states and the United Kingdom. Founded in 1968, HCA Healthcare pioneered a new model for hospital care in the U.S., leveraging combined resources to strengthen hospitals, deliver patient-focused care, and improve medical practices.
HCA Healthcare is a learning health system that uses its approximately 47 million annual patient encounters to advance science, improve patient care, and save lives. Notable clinical studies include demonstrating the benefits of full-term delivery over early elective delivery and developing a clinical protocol that reduces bloodstream infections in ICU patients by 44%.