<p>St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima, Ohio is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to serve as Associate Program Director, joining a century-old regional institution that is part of Mercy Health — the largest health system in Ohio. This is a W-2 employed leadership role that combines active clinical practice with graduate medical education oversight, backed by a national network of emergency medicine specialists and robust professional development infrastructure. For a physician ready to shape the next generation of emergency medicine clinicians while practicing at a recognized, full-service academic-affiliated medical center in west central Ohio, this opportunity delivers both clinical depth and career trajectory.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>W-2 employee model with full employment benefits</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage</li> <li>CME educational resources and continuing education support</li> <li>Clinician physical and mental health wellness programs</li> <li>Diversity, equity and inclusion programming alongside leadership and professional development tracks</li> <li>Perks at Work program providing discounted goods, services, and more</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Associate Program Director role combining clinical emergency medicine practice with residency program leadership responsibilities</li> <li>Mentorship and support from a national network of world-class emergency medicine experts</li> <li>Full-service acute care campus offering emergency medicine, cancer treatment, women's health, pediatrics, sports medicine and rehabilitation, and behavioral health services</li> <li>Member of Mercy Health, the largest health system in Ohio — providing access to system-wide resources, subspecialty consultation, and institutional support</li> <li>Widely recognized institution for delivering high-quality, world-class care to the Lima community and west central Ohio region</li> <li>Regional referral catchment serving Lima and the broader west central Ohio population</li> <li>Founded in 1918 — over a century of community-rooted clinical and educational tradition</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine</li> <li>Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency</li> <li>Active Ohio medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Prior or demonstrated interest in graduate medical education, academic leadership, or program administration</li> <li>Clinical experience appropriate for a leadership role within a high-volume community and regional referral emergency department</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Lima is a mid-sized city in west central Ohio, offering a low cost of living, established neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community that has supported St. Rita's Medical Center for over a century. The region provides easy access to Columbus, Toledo, and Dayton — all within a two-hour drive — giving residents the benefits of a quieter, affordable lifestyle without sacrificing proximity to major metropolitan amenities. Outdoor recreation, local arts, and a family-friendly environment make Lima a practical and rewarding place to build a long-term career in academic emergency medicine.</p>