Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
Strong clinical skills with a focus on patient care quality
Previous leadership experience is preferred
Excellent communication skills for relationship-building
Passion for developing teams and enhancing emergency care delivery
Responsibilities
Lead the emergency medicine department while maintaining clinical practice
Provide 24-hour physician coverage
Oversee APP support coverage and collaboration
Engage with hospital administration to enhance department operations
Foster strong relationships with nursing and hospital leadership
Drive quality improvement initiatives within the emergency department
Benefits
Protected leadership responsibilities
Supportive nursing and hospital leadership team
Strong specialty backup in multiple areas
Access to Epic EMR for efficient documentation
Opportunity to work in a community-focused hospital with a commitment to emergency care
Full Job Description
Medical Director - Emergency Medicine SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital | Centralia, Illinois
MEDS is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Leader to serve as Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, IL. This is an outstanding opportunity for a physician who enjoys clinical practice while helping lead a strong emergency medicine team and building meaningful relationships with hospital administration and staff.
About the Opportunity
Medical Director role with protected leadership responsibilities
Continue practicing clinically while leading your department
24 hours of physician coverage
APP support coverage
Epic EMR
Supportive nursing and hospital leadership team
Strong specialty backup including cardiology, orthopedics, surgery, OB/GYN, and pediatrics
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia is a community-focused hospital providing comprehensive care to patients throughout the region, including emergency services available 24/7. The hospital has continued to invest in emergency care capabilities and recently received Acute Stroke Ready Hospital designation, reflecting its commitment to high-quality emergency services. The Ideal Candidate
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
Strong clinical skills and commitment to quality patient care
Previous leadership experience preferred
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Passion for developing teams and improving emergency care delivery
If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a lasting impact, we would love to have a confidential conversation.
Contact us today to learn more about this Medical Director opportunity with MEDS.
