# Emergency Medicine Physician-Alabama

**Company:** [Commonwealth Medical Services](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/keeTEXJ8MZmGdm2R5VUMJA.md)
**Location:** Dothan, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Docs - EAST

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## Description

The Emergency Medicine Physician provides immediate evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients presenting with acute illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies. This role requires rapid decision-making, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to manage a wide range of clinical conditions in a fast-paced environment.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with urgent and emergent medical conditions
-   Perform medical procedures including resuscitation, stabilization, and wound care
-   Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests such as labs and imaging
-   Coordinate care with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals
-   Make timely clinical decisions to determine patient disposition (admission, transfer, discharge)
-   Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care
-   Accurately document clinical findings, treatment plans, and outcomes in the medical record
-   Comply with all clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
-   Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and continuing medical education activities

### Qualifications

-   Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
-   Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency program
-   Board eligible or board certified in Emergency Medicine
-   Active and unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for licensure)
-   Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications (or ability to obtain)

### Skills and Competencies

-   Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills
-   Ability to work efficiently under pressure in high-acuity situations
-   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
-   Team-oriented approach to patient care
-   Proficiency with electronic medical records

### Work Environment

-   Fast-paced emergency department setting
-   Variable shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
-   Exposure to a wide variety of medical, surgical, and traumatic conditions

### Physical Requirements

-   Ability to stand and move for extended periods
-   Ability to perform procedures requiring manual dexterity
-   Ability to lift and assist patients as needed

## Requirements

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure