Blanchard Valley Hospital (BVH) in Findlay, Ohio is recruiting a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician to serve as Emergency Medicine Medical Director at this 150-bed acute care regional referral center with more than 125 years of service excellence. BVH has earned Top Hospital recognition from IBM Watson Health six times — most recently in 2018 — and operates a 24-hour emergency department anchored by a full suite of diagnostic, surgical, and specialty services. This is a leadership-track employee position combining direct clinical practice with administrative oversight, supported by a national network of emergency medicine expertise and a robust compensation and benefits package.
Perks and Benefits
- Hourly clinical compensation plus a dedicated administrative stipend for Medical Director responsibilities
- Sign-on bonus provided
- Relocation assistance available
- Potential for additional performance-based bonus incentives
- Full-time benefits package: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and protected 401(k)
- Executive retirement plan in addition to standard 401(k)
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- CME resources, professional development tools, and educational support
- Clinician wellness program
- Flexible scheduling
- Mentorship and collegial support through a national network of emergency medicine specialists
- National Patient Safety Organization affiliation
Practice Highlights
- 24-hour emergency department at a 150-bed licensed acute care facility serving an eight-county region in Northwest Ohio
- Medical Director role combines clinical practice with administrative leadership over the emergency medicine program
- Full-service hospital campus including inpatient medical/surgical care, outpatient surgery, robotic surgery, total joint replacement, and comprehensive diagnostic services
- Regional referral catchment spanning Hancock, Allen, Putnam, Henry, Wood, Seneca, Wyandot, and Hardin Counties
- IBM Watson Health Top Hospital designation — earned six times, reflecting sustained quality and outcomes performance
- One of the largest employers in the region with more than 3,000 associates, reflecting institutional stability and depth of support services
- Employee model with the backing and resources of a leading national physician practice organization
- Access to national emergency medicine expert network for clinical consultation, peer support, and quality initiatives
Qualifications
- Board certification in Emergency Medicine required
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Ohio medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Demonstrated clinical leadership experience or readiness to assume Medical Director responsibilities, including quality oversight, provider relations, and departmental administration
- Commitment to patient safety, service excellence, and performance improvement consistent with a nationally recognized acute care environment
About the Community
Findlay is a thriving mid-sized city in Northwest Ohio, consistently ranked among the most livable small cities in the United States for its low cost of living, strong local economy, and excellent public school system. The city sits at the crossroads of I-75 and US-224, placing Toledo, Columbus, and Detroit all within comfortable driving distance for weekend travel or cultural amenities. Findlay offers a genuine small-city quality of life — walkable downtown, local dining, parks, and a tight-knit professional community — making it an appealing destination for physicians who want to lead, practice, and put down roots.