<p>Englewood Community Hospital in Englewood, Florida is recruiting a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician for independent contractor (1099) coverage shifts. This 100-bed acute care community hospital on Florida's Southwest Gulf Coast offers a manageable, flexible engagement with a minimum commitment of just four 12-hour shifts per month — an ideal structure for physicians seeking supplemental income, geographic variety, or a foothold in one of Florida's most desirable coastal communities.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive 1099 independent contractor compensation</li> <li>Travel and lodging expenses covered</li> <li>Professional liability (malpractice) insurance covered</li> <li>Flexible scheduling — minimum of 4 shifts per month with room to pick up additional coverage</li> <li>12-hour shift structure supporting out-of-state and multi-site physicians</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>100-bed acute care community hospital providing a wide range of inpatient and emergency healthcare services</li> <li>12-hour shifts with a minimum of 4 shifts per month — block-friendly for traveling or multi-state physicians</li> <li>Community-level acuity with a patient population reflective of a coastal Southwest Florida catchment area</li> <li>Institutional culture centered on compassion and kindness — a collaborative, supportive clinical environment</li> <li>Independent contractor engagement with no administrative or employment obligations beyond clinical coverage</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification in Emergency Medicine required (ABEM or AOBEM)</li> <li>Active Florida medical license required prior to start</li> <li>Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Englewood is a relaxed, unhurried coastal town on Florida's Southwest Gulf Coast, known for its pristine Gulf beaches, saltwater fishing, kayaking, and a calendar full of local outdoor events. The area draws physicians who value warm weather year-round, a low-key pace of life, and easy access to the broader Charlotte Harbor and Sarasota corridor — offering the lifestyle of a beach destination without the congestion of a major metro.</p>