Gwinnett Medical Center – Lawrenceville, a 696-bed Level II Trauma Center in Lawrenceville, GA, is recruiting experienced Emergency Medicine physicians to join a high-volume, full-service emergency department approximately 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. The 65-bed ED handles 85,000 annual patient visits across the full spectrum of emergency and trauma acuity, supported by a recently renovated 16-bed urgent care treatment area and a robust APP team. This is a compelling opportunity for seasoned EM physicians who want academic-caliber resources in a dynamic suburban market with direct access to one of the Southeast's most livable metro areas.
Perks and Benefits
- Physician and APP coverage model providing meaningful support at all hours
- Employment with a large, established emergency medicine group offering organizational stability and resources
- Practice within a nationally recognized, accredited facility — Level II Trauma, Chest Pain Center, and Stroke Center designations
- Access to a broad specialist network of more than 1,700 on-staff physicians across cardiovascular, oncology, women's health, and other subspecialties
Practice Highlights
- 65-bed emergency department with 85,000 annual patient visits — one of the highest-volume community EDs in the Atlanta metro
- Level II Trauma Center with the full acuity spectrum, from minor emergencies to complex multi-system trauma
- Accredited Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center, with established protocols and subspecialty backup for time-sensitive cardiovascular and neurological emergencies
- Recently renovated 16-bed urgent care treatment area designed for APP-led triage and lower-acuity volume, keeping physician focus on higher-acuity cases
- Cerner EMR platform throughout the department
- Physician and APP coverage model across all shifts
- 696-bed flagship campus housing the Strickland Heart Center cardiovascular program, the Gwinnett Women's Pavilion, and advanced cancer genetic testing services
- More than 7,700 employees and 1,700 physicians on staff — deep subspecialty consultation available in-house
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Minimum of 5 years of Emergency Medicine experience post-residency — required
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Georgia medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full acuity range of a Level II Trauma Center, including chest pain, stroke, and trauma activations
About the Community
Lawrenceville is a thriving suburb in Gwinnett County, situated roughly 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta with straightforward highway access to the city's world-class dining, arts, and cultural scene. The county is home to the Atlanta Gladiators (ECHL hockey) and the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A baseball), and the University of Georgia in Athens is an easy drive east — offering additional cultural, academic, and recreational outlets. Gwinnett County consistently ranks among Georgia's fastest-growing and most diverse communities, with strong public schools, lower cost of living relative to intown Atlanta, and the outdoor amenities of the North Georgia foothills within reach.