Sterling Regional MedCenter in Sterling, Colorado is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician to join its acute-care emergency department serving northeastern Colorado and the surrounding region. This 25-bed facility has delivered comprehensive medical care to the community since 1938 and offers a modern clinical environment backed by state-of-the-art technology. The independent contractor (1099) model provides scheduling flexibility alongside the mentorship infrastructure of a large national emergency medicine network — a strong combination for both established physicians and those building their community-ED career.
Perks and Benefits
- Independent contractor (1099) engagement with competitive compensation
- Access to a national clinician wellness program and physician referral program
- Mentorship and collegial support from a broad network of emergency medicine specialists
- Stability and resources of an established, nationally recognized physician practice organization
Practice Highlights
- 25-bed acute-care hospital with a full range of inpatient and outpatient health services
- Facility in continuous operation since 1938 — deeply embedded in the northeastern Colorado regional referral network
- On-site David Walsh Cancer Center, reflecting a robust specialty service line and complex patient population
- Banner Telehealth remote monitoring system integrated into the care model, enabling real-time specialist consultation and patient oversight
- Intelligent OB program — a computerized labor management system designed to reduce obstetric complications, supporting a multidisciplinary acute-care environment
- State-of-the-art technology throughout the facility
- Regional referral catchment covering northeastern Colorado and surrounding communities
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Colorado medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community acute-care emergency volume, including medical, surgical, and obstetric presentations
About the Community
Sterling sits along the South Platte River in the high plains of northeastern Colorado, offering a low cost of living, a tight-knit community feel, and easy access to the outdoor recreation that defines Colorado living. The region is within driving distance of Denver and the Front Range, giving physicians the option of urban amenities while enjoying the pace and affordability of a smaller city. Wide-open landscapes, hunting, fishing, and proximity to Colorado's mountain corridor make Sterling a compelling destination for clinicians who value quality of life alongside a meaningful clinical practice.