Emergency Medicine Medical Director

About the Role

As a medical director at USACS, you will collaborate with hospital and nursing leadership while supporting and leading your Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). You will serve as a leader within the emergency department and across the organization. Through USACS's model of shared ownership, you will influence broad company decisions and facilitate the development of new leaders. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a unique team in today's industry, providing ownership, unparalleled benefits, and a values-based model emphasizing quality and long-term wealth building.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the Emergency Department (ED) in collaboration with nursing leadership and hospital administration.
• Supervise the Emergency Medicine (EM) staff, adhering to the bylaws, policies, and procedures of the institution.
• Represent the ED in the community and within the hospital medical staff.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Prepared in Emergency Medicine.
• Prior experience is required.

Hospital Details

Located on the southwest side of Waco near the intersection of Highway 84 and Highway 6, Providence Health Center is a 237-bed acute-care hospital. It is the first hospital in Waco and the centerpiece of an expansive campus that includes:

• Ambulatory Services Building for outpatient procedures.
• MRI Center at Providence.
• Providence Medical Plaza, a professional office building.
• Providence Clinic-Family Medicine Center, a primary care facility.

Emergency Department Details

• ED Volume: 57,000
• ED Beds: 51
• Patients/Hour: 2
• Admission Rate: 18%
• Staffing Model: 9- or 10-hour shifts
• Physician Coverage: 50-60 hours per day
• APP Coverage: 30-40 hours per day
• Certified stroke and chest pain center
• Documentation: Epic

Community

Waco, situated halfway between Austin and Dallas, is a charming and growing mid-sized city with over 200,000 residents. Highlights include:

• Baylor University, with over 15,000 students, adding a young and vibrant atmosphere.
• Big 12 athletics, including competitive football and basketball teams.
• The Dr. Pepper Museum, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, and Texas Sports Hall of Fame.
• Nature attractions like the 416-acre Cameron Park and the 52-acre Cameron Park Zoo along the Brazos River.

Benefits

Financial Benefits

• W-2 or 1099 options
• $100,000 equity ownership for full-time Physicians after 3 years
• Industry-leading 10% practice-funded 401(k) up to $36,000
• $4,000 tax-free CME/BEA annually
• $8,000 for licenses (state and DEA) in year one for new graduates

Additional Benefits

• 100% paid parental leave
• Paid military leave
• Student loan refinancing as low as 2.99%
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
• Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)
• Unmatched medical malpractice coverage, including tail and free litigation support

Intangible Benefits

• Location flexibility and job stability across the U.S.
• Internal STAT Traveling Physicians program
• National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) for clinical guidance
• 24/7/365 bedside support and evidence-based Clinical Management Tools (CMTs)
• Dedicated Clinician Advocates for personalized support
• Professional development opportunities, including Scholars and Efficiency Academy

About USACS

US Acute Care Solutions provides acute care to healthcare systems across the U.S. As a Physician-owned, outcome-oriented organization, we seek top talent to staff clinical teams delivering hospital management solutions.