Job Description

Do you seek an opportunity to provide excellent patient care while advancing your career as a clinician? Look no further! Penn State St. Joseph Medical Center is seeking an emergency medicine (EM) physician. This facility features a 31-bed ED seeing 41,000 patients annually. There are 40 hours of physician coverage, high level acuity, and a 15% admission rate. Physicians must be board certified in EM ATLS, ACLS and PALS certifications. Penn State St. Joseph Medical Center is a two-campus health system with the acute care hospital in Bern Township on Route 183 and the Downtown Reading campus at 6th and Walnut Streets. Founded in 1873, the medical center pro-vides a full range of outpatient and inpatient diagnostic, medical and surgical services to Berks County's 410,000 residents. The medical center also is widely recognized for its innovations in cardiology, pulmonary, vascular, oncology, orthopedic, wound care, general surgery, stroke care, and women's services. California Applicant Privacy Act:  https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/

Position Highlights

1099 independent contractor

Competitive compensation

Professional liability insurance with tail coverage

Patient safety organization

Support of national network of emergency medicine experts

LiveWell WorkLife concierge program

Opportunities for growth and leadership within TeamHealth

Online scheduling via Shift Admin 

Stability of a respected industry leader

Access to professional development tools, educational resources, and CME through TeamHealth Institute

Small city with access to Philly and New York City!

Located about 60 miles outside of Philadelphia, Reading is the business hub of the region and the 5th largest city in Pennsylvania. With the Schuylkill River flowing through the town's central hub and several nearby state parks and game lands, Reading offers a variety of outdoor recreation activities including hiking, biking, water sports, hunting and more. In addition to several local museums, a minor league baseball team and many other attractions. Berks County features excellent schools, colleges, parks, affordable homes, great shopping, and an abundant dining and social life. Add to these perks easy access to two of the northeast's largest cities; Reading is within 1.5 hours driving distance from Philadelphia and 2.5 hours to New York City!