<p>A full-time Emergency Medicine physician opportunity is available at a well-resourced community hospital in Waycross, Georgia — the gateway to the Okefenokee Swamp and Southeast Georgia's outdoor corridor. The 25-bed emergency department logs more than 50,000 annual visits at medium-to-high acuity, backed by a full-service acute-care hospital with broad specialty support. Compensation is among the strongest in community EM, with day and night shift differentials and a physician-led, collaborative practice model that prioritizes work-life balance.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Highly competitive hourly compensation: $315/hr for day shifts and $325/hr for night shifts</li> <li>Sign-on bonus available</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>Robust CME support, professional development funding, and educational resources</li> <li>Access to clinician wellness resources</li> <li>Leadership and long-term growth opportunities within a physician-led practice</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>25-bed community emergency department with more than 50,000 annual patient visits at medium-to-high acuity</li> <li>48 hours of physician coverage and 36 hours of APP coverage provided daily — a well-staffed model that supports manageable workloads</li> <li>Physician-led, collaborative practice environment with strong clinical and administrative support infrastructure</li> <li>EMR platform: MediTech</li> <li>Full-service acute-care hospital with broad specialty backup available for complex and high-acuity cases</li> <li>Emphasis on work-life balance embedded in the group's operational culture</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine</li> <li>Comfortable managing the full spectrum of acuity in a high-volume community ED setting</li> <li>Active Georgia medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Team-oriented, patient-focused clinical approach</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Waycross sits in the heart of Southeast Georgia, offering a low cost of living, a relaxed pace of life, and immediate access to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge — one of the largest intact freshwater ecosystems in North America. The region draws physicians who value outdoor recreation, strong local schools, and easy reach to Georgia's coastal destinations, including the Golden Isles, as well as convenient access to regional and international airports. It is a compelling setting for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike who want professional fulfillment without the overhead of a major metro.</p>