<p>A high-volume Level II Trauma Center in Independence, Missouri — situated squarely in the Kansas City metro — is recruiting full-time, board-certified Emergency Medicine physicians to join an established, well-staffed emergency department. The 42-bed ED handles 65,000 patient visits annually, supported by robust daily physician and APP coverage across all seven days. The facility is also preparing to open a freestanding emergency department (FSED) in Fall 2025, creating additional growth and coverage opportunities for physicians who want to be part of an expanding regional footprint.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation package with a sign-on bonus</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with company matching and an employee stock purchase plan</li> <li>CME time and dues allowance</li> <li>Paid time off and disability coverage</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>42-bed emergency department with a dedicated 24/7 Rapid Care Unit</li> <li>Annual patient volume of 65,000 visits — a true high-acuity, high-throughput environment</li> <li>60 hours of daily physician coverage structured in 10-hour shifts</li> <li>58 hours of APP coverage Monday through Friday; 48 hours of APP coverage Saturday and Sunday</li> <li>285+ private patient rooms across the facility with 440+ physicians on staff, including a strong complement of subspecialists</li> <li>Accredited Chest Pain Center with comprehensive cardiovascular services</li> <li>Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center Certification with a dedicated stroke program</li> <li>Orthopedic services including total joint replacement and sports medicine</li> <li>Modern, patient-centered facility with high-technology clinical infrastructure</li> <li>Freestanding emergency department (FSED) opening Fall 2025 — additional staffing and leadership opportunities anticipated</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification by ABEM or AOBEM required</li> <li>Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency</li> <li>Active Missouri medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Clinical comfort with the full spectrum of Level II Trauma Center acuity, including high-volume undifferentiated presentations, chest pain, and stroke</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Independence sits within the Kansas City metropolitan area, offering the amenities of a major Midwestern city alongside genuinely affordable housing, strong public and private schools, and a well-established sense of community. The region is home to major employers including Cerner, Garmin, AMC, and Hallmark, and the local food scene has earned national recognition with James Beard Award-winning chefs. Non-stop flights reach both coasts in under three hours, making this an ideal base for physicians who want big-city access without big-city costs.</p>