Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New Hampshire is recruiting Emergency Medicine physicians for locum/Envoy 1099 coverage in a 20-bed emergency department — including a Fast Track unit — that handles 30,000 visits annually. The facility is nationally recognized for patient safety and quality of care, and the position offers straightforward 12-hour single-coverage shifts with travel, lodging, and malpractice fully covered. Rochester's position as a gateway to the Lakes Region, White Mountains, and Seacoast makes this an appealing assignment for physicians who want productive clinical work in a scenic New England setting.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive 1099 independent contractor rate
- Travel and lodging expenses fully covered
- Professional liability (malpractice) insurance provided — no out-of-pocket cost to the physician
- Flexible block scheduling structure well-suited to out-of-state physicians
- ABEM or AOBEM board eligibility accepted — not limited to board-certified candidates
Practice Highlights
- 20-bed emergency department inclusive of a Fast Track unit
- Annual ED volume of 30,000 visits
- ED patients-per-hour (PPH) rate of 2.0 — steady, manageable throughput
- 12-hour single-coverage shifts: day shift 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and night shift 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
- EMR: Meditech Expanse
- Frisbie Memorial Hospital is nationally top-rated for patient care, patient safety, and quality medical services
- Technology-forward facility with a stated institutional commitment to diagnostic and therapeutic innovation
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility through ABEM or AOBEM
- Completion of an Emergency Medicine residency
- Active New Hampshire medical license or eligibility to obtain one
- Comfort with full-spectrum community ED acuity across both acute and Fast Track presentations
About the Community
Rochester — the Lilac City — sits in southeastern New Hampshire and serves as a natural gateway to three of the state's most celebrated regions: the Lakes Region, the White Mountains, and the Seacoast. The city blends the amenities of a growing small city with deep New England small-town character, strong community ties, and a family-friendly environment. Physicians relocating here gain access to world-class outdoor recreation, coastal beaches, and mountain hiking, all within a short drive, while enjoying a cost of living well below that of nearby Boston.