Emergency Medicine | Western Colorado | Low Volume ED & Premier Outdoor Lifestyle
A physician-led healthcare organization in western Colorado is seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified Emergency Medicine physician to join its established Emergency Department team. This opportunity offers a low-volume emergency department, strong Hospitalist and APP support, flexible scheduling, and competitive hourly compensation with premium night and weekend rates. Physicians enjoy a collaborative practice environment, excellent work-life balance, occurrence-based malpractice coverage, and the opportunity to live in one of Colorado’s most desirable outdoor recreation regions. This position is ideal for a physician seeking professional autonomy, schedule flexibility, and long-term stability within a highly respected community healthcare system.
- Specialty: Emergency Medicine
- Job #: JN-01072026-66032
- State: Colorado
- Remuneration: Not Specified
- Type: Permanent
Highlights
About the Opportunity
- Join a physician-led healthcare system serving western Colorado communities throughout Rifle, Silt, Parachute, and surrounding areas
- Opportunity created by a physician relocation
- Preference for a physician interested in a Nocturnist-focused schedule
- Work within a supportive and highly collaborative Emergency Medicine team
- Strong physician autonomy with excellent administrative support
- Stable, employed Emergency Medicine position in a community-focused health system
- Exceptional work-life balance and outdoor lifestyle opportunities
Emergency Department Overview
- 25-bed Critical Access Hospital
- Level IV Trauma Center
- Approximately 10,000 ED visits annually
- Average daily volume of 29 patients
- 24-hour physician coverage
- 11 hours of daily APP coverage
- 24/7 in-house Hospitalist coverage
- COPPER Certified Pediatric Emergency Department
- Geriatric Emergency Department Accredited (GEDA)
- Air transport team located approximately five minutes from the hospital
- Higher-acuity trauma cases stabilized and transferred when necessary
Clinical Environment
- Team-based Emergency Medicine practice
- Broad-spectrum Emergency Medicine
- Community hospital environment
- Manageable patient volumes
- Strong inpatient support from Hospitalists
- Access to TeleStroke services
- Access to TelePeds services
- Collaborative nursing and APP support
- Focus on high-quality patient-centered care
Team Structure
- Five full-time Emergency Medicine physicians
- Nine Advanced Practice Providers
- Experienced nursing staff
- 24/7 Hospitalist coverage
- Strong specialty support from hospital medical staff
- Collaborative physician-led culture
Schedule
- Approximately 11 shifts per month
- 12-hour shifts
- Typical blend of:
- 7 night shifts per month
- 4 day shifts per month
- Flexible scheduling opportunities
Facilities & Technology
- Modern Critical Access Hospital
- Level IV Trauma Center designation
- MEDITECH EMR
- Planned Epic transition in 2028
- Onsite specialty support
- Telestroke capabilities
- TelePediatric consultation services
- Air ambulance access nearby
Compensation
Hourly Rates
- $200/hour – Weekday Day Shifts
- $215/hour – Weekend Day Shifts
- $230/hour – Weekday Night Shifts
- $245/hour – Weekend Night Shifts
Additional Compensation
- $40,000 Retention Bonus
- $14,000 Annual Quality and Good Citizenship Bonus
- W-2 Employed Position
- Occurrence-Based Malpractice Coverage
Benefits
CME
- $4,500 Annual CME Allowance
Health Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Income Protection
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Identity Theft Protection
Retirement
- 457(b) Retirement Plan
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Comprehensive Employed Physician Benefits Package
Candidate Parameters
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
- Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physicians with strong Emergency Medicine experience may be considered
- Eligible for Colorado medical licensure
- Interest in community-based Emergency Medicine
- Team-oriented physician seeking long-term stability
- Preference for physicians interested in night coverage
- No visa sponsorship available
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