Mercy Hospital of Buffalo is recruiting a full-time Emergency Medicine physician to join the team at one of western New York's largest and busiest emergency departments. This 473-bed, Joint Commission–accredited facility is part of Catholic Health, a regional non-profit health system known for award-winning care and investment in the latest clinical technology. The position offers independent contractor status with competitive hourly rates, professional liability coverage with tail, and access to a national organization's infrastructure for professional development and career growth — all in a high-volume, high-acuity urban ED setting.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive hourly rates (independent contractor / 1099 engagement)
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Access to CME resources and educational tools through a dedicated clinician institute
- Leadership development and career advancement pathways within a large, stable national group
- Clinician wellness program with dedicated support resources
- Stability and backing of a well-established, nationally recognized emergency medicine organization
Practice Highlights
- Mercy Hospital of Buffalo is a 473-bed acute care facility — one of the largest hospitals in western New York
- Home to the region's busiest emergency department, reflecting a high-volume, broad-acuity patient mix
- Joint Commission–accredited, meeting the highest national standards for quality and patient safety
- Part of Catholic Health, a non-profit integrated health system serving the greater western New York region
- Comprehensive continuum of inpatient and outpatient services supporting robust ED-to-specialist referral pathways
- System-wide commitment to deploying current clinical technology in support of evidence-based, award-winning care
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active New York State medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of community and regional ED acuity in a high-volume urban environment
About the Community
Buffalo sits on the eastern shore of Lake Erie in western New York, offering a cost of living well below the national average alongside a genuine urban culture — professional sports, a nationally recognized food scene, world-class art institutions, and a revitalized waterfront. The city is minutes from Niagara Falls and within easy driving distance of Toronto, making it an appealing base for physicians who want metropolitan amenities without metropolitan price tags. Western New York's four-season climate, strong public and private school options, and tight-knit neighborhoods make Buffalo a compelling long-term destination for clinicians and their families.