Augusta University Medical Center is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its academic emergency medicine program in Augusta, Georgia as a Core Faculty Member. This is a teaching-focused clinical role embedded in a high-acuity, university-affiliated emergency department with advanced practice clinician support and engaged institutional leadership. The position offers a compelling blend of clinical practice, resident education, and academic medicine — ideal for a physician who wants to shape the next generation of emergency providers without sacrificing a competitive compensation structure.
Perks and Benefits
- Highly competitive clinical compensation rate
- Paid professional liability insurance coverage
- Advanced practice clinician (APP) support integrated into the clinical environment
- Work/life balance built into the scheduling model
Practice Highlights
- Core Faculty role with direct involvement in resident education, mentorship, and academic program development
- Advanced practice clinician support at the bedside, enabling efficient patient throughput and team-based care
- State-of-the-art emergency department facilities with modern diagnostic and treatment infrastructure
- Engaged medical staff and institutional leadership team with a culture of collaboration and physician input
- University medical center setting providing access to subspecialty consultation, advanced imaging, and high-acuity referral volume
- Academic environment supporting teaching, scholarly activity, and professional development
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility through the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) or American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine (AOBEM)
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Georgia medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Interest in or prior experience with graduate medical education, resident teaching, or academic faculty responsibilities
About the Community
Augusta is Georgia's second-largest city, situated along the Savannah River on the Georgia-South Carolina border — a region that offers a low cost of living, mild four-season climate, and a strong sense of community anchored by a large medical and military presence. The city is home to Augusta University, Fort Eisenhower (formerly Fort Gordon), and the internationally recognized Augusta National Golf Club, host of The Masters Tournament, giving the area a distinctive cultural profile. Atlanta is approximately two hours west, providing easy access to a major metropolitan hub while residents enjoy the affordability and pace of a mid-sized Southern city with excellent schools, outdoor recreation along the Savannah River, and a growing restaurant and arts scene.