Sovah Health Martinsville, a 237-bed full-service acute-care hospital and Lifepoint Health facility in Martinsville, Virginia, is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician for independent contractor coverage. The facility spans more than 25 medical specialties and carries strong regional recognition for clinical excellence, including membership in the Duke Heart Network and affiliation with Duke University through both the Ravenel Oncology Center and the Julius Hermes Breast Care Center. The independent contractor model with flexible scheduling makes this an attractive opportunity for physicians seeking autonomy and schedule control in a well-resourced community hospital setting.
Perks and Benefits
- Enhanced sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
- Competitive compensation structure for independent contractor engagement
- Independent contractor (1099) status
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate physician lifestyle preferences
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
Practice Highlights
- 237-bed full-service acute-care hospital with depth across more than 25 medical specialties
- Member of the Duke Heart Network, providing access to a premier cardiovascular referral and consultation infrastructure
- Home to the Ravenel Oncology Center, affiliated with Duke University — a meaningful subspecialty resource for complex oncology patients presenting to the ED
- Julius Hermes Breast Care Center on campus, further expanding the facility's specialty footprint
- Lifepoint Health system affiliation providing institutional support, resources, and operational infrastructure
- Regional referral catchment serving Martinsville and the surrounding southside Virginia communities
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Virginia medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of community acute-care emergency volume, including medical, surgical, and trauma presentations
About the Community
Martinsville sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in southside Virginia, offering a low cost of living, a tight-knit community feel, and easy access to outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, and lake activities at Philpott Lake. The region is within driving distance of Roanoke and the broader Piedmont corridor, giving residents access to larger-city amenities while enjoying the pace and affordability of a smaller market. Martinsville's motorsports heritage and revitalized downtown add cultural texture to a community that rewards physicians looking for quality of life alongside meaningful clinical work.