<p>Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk, Ohio is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician to join its community ED on an independent contractor basis. This 99-bed acute care hospital serves Huron County and a regional population of more than 70,000, offering a full continuum of care and a consistent record of top-tier patient safety recognition. The position features flexible scheduling, strong hourly compensation, and access to a national network of emergency medicine specialists — a compelling combination for physicians seeking both clinical quality and professional support in a community setting.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Strong hourly compensation as an independent contractor (1099)</li> <li>Sign-on bonus</li> <li>Relocation assistance</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage</li> <li>Flexible scheduling</li> <li>CME access through professional development tools and educational resources</li> <li>Clinician wellness program with dedicated support resources</li> <li>Leadership and career growth opportunities within a nationally recognized physician practice</li> <li>Diversity and inclusion programs and National Patient Safety Organization membership</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Emergency department embedded within a 99-bed acute care community hospital</li> <li>Full continuum of on-campus care: acute inpatient, 69-bed skilled nursing facility, 48-unit assisted living, home health, and outpatient services</li> <li>Serves Norwalk, Huron County, and a surrounding regional population of 70,000-plus residents</li> <li>Facility recognized with the Leapfrog "A" Hospital Safety Score for three consecutive years</li> <li>HealthGrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award recipient</li> <li>Total Benchmark Solutions Top 100 Award honoree</li> <li>Non-profit community hospital committed to advanced technology and high-acuity personal care</li> <li>Mentorship and collegial support through a national network of emergency medicine experts</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine</li> <li>Active Ohio medical license or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Norwalk is the county seat of Huron County in north-central Ohio, situated between Cleveland and Toledo and within easy reach of Lake Erie's shoreline. The area offers a low cost of living, strong public schools, and a tight-knit community atmosphere that appeals to physicians seeking a quieter pace without sacrificing access to major metropolitan amenities. Outdoor recreation, including lake activities and the scenic Firelands region, rounds out a lifestyle that is genuinely livable year-round.</p>