Rome Memorial Hospital is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its emergency department in Rome, New York. This 130-bed non-profit acute care facility — serving the community for more than 130 years and affiliated with St. Joseph's Health system based in Syracuse — offers a full-spectrum clinical environment spanning general medical and surgical care, pediatric care, intensive care, obstetrics, sub-acute rehabilitation, and senior behavioral health. Physicians work 12-hour shifts as independent contractors with access to an adjunct faculty appointment at New York Medical College, making this a strong option for clinicians who want both clinical autonomy and an academic foothold in central New York.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation structure with 1099 independent contractor status
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
- Relocation assistance provided
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Option to hold adjunct faculty appointment at New York Medical College
- Health and wellness program access
- Access to partnerships offering benefits, additional insurances, tax planning, asset protection, investment options, and retirement plans
- Candidate referral incentive program
Practice Highlights
- 12-hour physician shifts with structured scheduling
- 130 licensed acute care beds supported by an 80-bed skilled nursing facility on campus
- Full-service acute care campus: general medical and surgical care, pediatric care, ICU, obstetrics, sub-acute rehabilitation, senior behavioral healthcare, and a comprehensive outpatient services suite
- Evidence-based practice culture backed by the latest medical technology across all service lines
- Affiliate of St. Joseph's Health, a regional non-profit health system headquartered in Syracuse, NY — providing regional leadership infrastructure and subspecialty support
- Access to a national network of emergency medicine experts and a leading Patient Safety Organization
- Exceptional local and regional emergency medicine leadership support embedded in the practice
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active New York State medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort managing the full acuity spectrum of a community acute care emergency department, including pediatric, obstetric, and surgical presentations
About the Community
Rome is a mid-sized city in Oneida County in central New York, situated approximately 45 minutes from Syracuse and within easy reach of the Adirondack Park — one of the largest protected natural areas in the contiguous United States, offering year-round hiking, skiing, fishing, and lake recreation. The region features a low cost of living relative to major Northeast metros, well-regarded public and private schools, and a strong sense of community rooted in the area's deep historical significance, including Fort Stanwix National Monument. Physicians seeking a balanced lifestyle with genuine outdoor access, affordable housing, and proximity to a mid-size city will find Rome a compelling base.