<p>A high-volume, 42-bed Emergency Department in Vero Beach, Florida is recruiting a Board Certified or Board Eligible Emergency Medicine physician for a fully employed position on Florida's Treasure Coast. The department handles 60,000 annual visits across a strong acuity mix, operates as a Certified Stroke Center and Heart Center, and is backed by robust subspecialty coverage and daily APP support. With flexible shift options, RVU incentives, J-1 visa support, and zero state income tax, this role pairs a well-resourced clinical environment with one of Florida's most desirable coastal lifestyles.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Highly competitive base compensation with RVU incentives, performance bonuses, and night differential pay</li> <li>Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>CME allowance included in benefits package</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution</li> <li>No Florida state income tax — a meaningful addition to total compensation</li> <li>Flexible scheduling with 10-, 11-, and 12-hour shift options</li> <li>J-1 visa sponsorship support available</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>60,000 annual ED visits with a strong and varied acuity mix</li> <li>42-bed Emergency Department with planned expansion underway in 2025</li> <li>Daily Advanced Practice Provider coverage with experienced support staff throughout all shifts</li> <li>Epic EMR platform in use across the department</li> <li>Designated Certified Stroke Center and Certified Heart Center — advanced protocols and subspecialty pathways in place</li> <li>Excellent subspecialty backup across disciplines with a collaborative physician culture</li> <li>Modern community hospital setting with advanced diagnostic and clinical resources</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Emergency Medicine through ABEM or AOBEM</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency program</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Comfort managing the full spectrum of community ED acuity, including stroke and cardiac emergencies</li> <li>J-1 visa candidates welcome — sponsorship support available</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Vero Beach anchors Florida's Treasure Coast — a stretch of Atlantic coastline known for uncrowded beaches, clear water, and a relaxed pace that distinguishes it from South Florida's urban density. The area offers excellent public and private school systems, family-friendly neighborhoods, and affordable housing ranging from waterfront condos to single-family homes. Residents enjoy year-round sunshine alongside boating, fishing, golf, a vibrant arts scene, and strong dining options, with convenient access to multiple international airports and major Florida destinations including Orlando and Miami.</p>