Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital in Vero Beach, Florida is recruiting a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join an established team in a high-volume, 42-bed ED on Florida's scenic Treasure Coast. The department handles 60,000 annual visits and carries Certified Stroke Center and Heart Center designations within a 332-bed, not-for-profit academic-affiliated community hospital that is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic system. New graduates completing EM residency in 2026 are actively encouraged to apply, and J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship is available.
Perks and Benefits
- Generous sign-on bonus
- Competitive compensation package with night-shift differential
- Florida has no state income tax — a meaningful take-home advantage
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- CME allowance included in benefits package
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship available
- 2026 EM residency graduates welcome
Practice Highlights
- 60,000 annual ED visits across a 42-bed emergency department — with a renovation planned in 2025 to expand bed capacity further
- Flexible scheduling built around 10-, 11-, and 12-hour shifts to accommodate a range of lifestyle preferences
- Daily advanced practice provider (APP) coverage supporting physician workflow
- Excellent subspecialty back-up across the full hospital service line
- Certified Stroke Center and Certified Heart Center designations
- Epic EMR throughout the department
- 332-bed not-for-profit community hospital fully integrated into the Cleveland Clinic system, combining community access with academic-level resources
- Duke-affiliated Welsh Heart Center on campus; comprehensive cancer program; nationally recognized vascular surgery and orthopedic services
- State-of-the-art wound healing center and active maternity wing delivering more than 1,200 births annually
- All-private patient rooms with room service and complimentary Wi-Fi — a facility that supports strong patient satisfaction scores
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility through ABEM or AOBEM required
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency; 2026 graduates actively considered
- Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- J-1 and H-1B visa candidates eligible — sponsorship is available
About the Community
Vero Beach sits along Florida's Atlantic Coast on the Treasure Coast — roughly 105 miles south of Orlando, 135 miles north of Miami, and 190 miles south of Jacksonville — offering easy access to major metros while maintaining the character of an elegant, unhurried coastal city. The area is defined by peaceful Atlantic beaches, world-class golf, fishing, water sports, nature tours, art galleries, and a thriving dining and shopping scene that spans downtown boutiques to large retail centers. Vero Beach is consistently recognized for its excellent school systems and attractive residential neighborhoods, and the region is served by both Vero Beach Municipal Airport and Melbourne International Airport for convenient travel.