Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City, Florida is recruiting a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician for independent contractor (1099) coverage in a high-volume, full-service emergency department serving both adult and pediatric patients. The ED logs nearly 47,500 annual visits across a 223-bed acute care campus that includes a dedicated pediatric emergency room, Level III NICU, PICU, cardiovascular center, and robotic surgery services — a breadth of in-house subspecialty support that meaningfully reduces transfer burden and keeps acuity interesting. Panama City's Gulf Coast lifestyle, with world-class beaches and year-round outdoor recreation, makes this an easy sell for physicians who want strong clinical work without sacrificing quality of life.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive 1099 independent contractor compensation
- Travel and lodging covered for out-of-area physicians
- Professional liability (malpractice) insurance covered
- Flexible block scheduling with a minimum commitment of 6 shifts per month — well-suited to physicians maintaining multiple practice sites
Practice Highlights
- Annual ED volume of approximately 47,450 visits — a robust, high-acuity community caseload
- 10-hour shift structure; minimum of 6 shifts per month required
- Separate dedicated adult and pediatric emergency departments within the same campus
- 223-bed acute care facility with 24/7 emergency services
- Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) on site
- Cardiovascular center with advanced cardiac assessment and treatment capabilities
- Robotic surgery services available on campus
- Certified women's services integrated into the facility's service line
- Broad in-house subspecialty support reduces the need for inter-facility transfers
Qualifications
- Board certification in Emergency Medicine required (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Active Florida medical license required prior to start
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community ED acuity, including adult and pediatric presentations
- Independent contractor engagement — physicians must be eligible to work as 1099 contractors
About the Community
Panama City sits on Florida's Emerald Coast, consistently ranked among the most scenic stretches of Gulf shoreline in the country. The area offers year-round warm weather, world-class white-sand beaches, water sports, and a vibrant dining and entertainment scene anchored by destinations like Pier Park and Shell Island. Cost of living remains accessible relative to South Florida metros, and the region draws physicians who want genuine outdoor recreation — boating, fishing, paddleboarding — steps from their front door.