<p>A well-resourced, high-volume Emergency Department on Florida's Treasure Coast is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its employed medical staff in Vero Beach, Florida. The 42-bed ED logs 60,000 annual visits across a strong acuity mix, operates within a Certified Stroke Center and Heart Center, and is slated for a planned expansion in 2025 — making this an opportunity to grow with a department that is actively investing in its future. Daily APP coverage, robust subspecialty backup, and a collaborative physician culture mean you spend your time practicing medicine, not filling gaps.</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</li> <li>Flexible shift structure: 10-, 11-, and 12-hour shift options available</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>401(k) with employer contribution</li> <li>CME allowance included in benefits package</li> <li>No Florida state income tax — a meaningful addition to total compensation</li> <li>J-1 visa sponsorship available</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>60,000 annual ED visits with a diverse, high-acuity patient mix</li> <li>42-bed Emergency Department with planned facility expansion in 2025</li> <li>Daily Advanced Practice Provider coverage with experienced support staff throughout all shifts</li> <li>Epic EMR platform</li> <li>Certified Stroke Center — full stroke protocol capability on-site</li> <li>Certified Heart Center — dedicated cardiac service line with subspecialty support</li> <li>Excellent subspecialty backup across disciplines; collaborative, collegial physician culture</li> <li>Modern community hospital setting with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic 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 ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Florida</li> <li>Comfort managing the full spectrum of community ED acuity, including stroke and cardiac emergencies</li> <li>J-1 and other visa candidates encouraged to apply</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Vero Beach anchors Florida's Treasure Coast — a stretch of Atlantic coastline known for its uncrowded beaches, clear water, and unhurried pace compared to South Florida's larger metros. The area offers highly rated public schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, affordable housing across a range of styles from waterfront condos to single-family homes, and a vibrant local scene encompassing dining, arts, boating, fishing, and golf. Multiple international airports are within convenient driving distance, keeping travel easy while the year-round sunshine and outdoor lifestyle make staying home just as appealing.</p>