Chief of Emergency Medicine Department

Description Specialization: Emergency Medicine Job

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is seeking a FT Chief of Emergency Medicine for our 24-Bed Adult ED (separate from Peds ED that has 10 rooms). located in Loxahatchee, FL, in the greater West Palm Beach area. ED Features: 65,000 annual patient visits (~45,000 Main ED; 20,000 Peds ED). FT- 120/hrs/mo 1.7 avg pph Accredited STEMI program 24/7 PEM peds coverage 24/7 US tech available on site 24/7 MRI available Comprehensive Stroke program Physician Shifts are a mixed schedule with 9-11 hour shifts 25 hours of APP coverage Qualified candidates: Must be BC/BE Emergency Medicine Physician Chief experience Current ACLS and PALS FL licensed with DEA ​​​ Benefits Package: 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 Facility: HCA Florida Palms West has provided healthcare excellence since 1986. It is a thriving, comprehensive, acute care community hospital that provides a full complement of specialty 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. HCA Florida Palms West is a thriving, comprehensive, acute care hospital offering a wide range of specialty services including adult rehabilitation, OBGYN, General surgery, Thoracic surgery, Neuro surgery, Vascular surgery, Orthopedic surgery, Podiatry, Hem/Onc, Urology, Gastroenterology, IR, 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, orthopedics, outpatient therapy, pediatric oncology hematology and oncology, pediatric sedation and infusion, rehabilitation, robotic surgery (including gynecology and urology) and surgical services.

Hospital Highlights: Recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care Awarded HCAs 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 using evidence based clinical processes that are shown to improve heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia The Community: Welcome to Loxahatchee/Wellington, Florida, a prestigious equestrian community located in Palm Beach County known for its upscale neighborhoods, world-class amenities, and renowned equestrian events.

Heres why Wellington should be your next home: As an equestrian paradise, immerse yourself in Wellingtons equestrian lifestyle, with access to top-notch equestrian facilities, prestigious horse shows such as the Winter Equestrian Festival and the Global Dressage Festival, and miles of scenic bridle paths perfect for horseback riding enthusiasts. Luxurious Living: Experience Wellingtons luxurious living, with upscale gated communities, elegant estates, and waterfront properties offering residents a sophisticated and exclusive residential experience.

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Take advantage of Floridas tax benefits, including no state income tax, allowing residents to keep more of their hard-earned money and enjoy a lower overall tax burden compared to many other states. Wellington has all "A Rated" schools Family-Friendly Environment: Enjoy a family-friendly environment in Wellington, with top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and recreational amenities like parks, playgrounds, and sports fields catering to families and children of all ages.

World-Class Polo: Witness the excitement of world-class polo matches at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, where residents can enjoy thrilling matches, social events, and polo tournaments throughout the season. Convenient Location: Explore Wellingtons convenient location within Palm Beach County, with easy access to major highways, airports, shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions in nearby cities like West Palm Beach and Boca Raton.

Come discover why Wellington, Florida, is more than just a city—its a prestigious equestrian community offering a high quality of life and endless opportunities for residents to embrace luxury living and enjoy all that this exclusive city has to offer! 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, including surgery centers, freestanding ERs, urgent care centers, and physician clinics, in 19 states and the United Kingdom.

With its founding in 1968, HCA Healthcare created a new model for hospital care in the United States, using combined resources to strengthen hospitals, deliver patient-focused care and improve the practice of medicine. HCA Healthcare has conducted a number of clinical studies, including one that demonstrated that full-term delivery is healthier than early elective delivery of babies and another that identified a clinical protocol that can reduce bloodstream infections in ICU patients by 44%.

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.