Guthrie Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, New York is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician to join its newly expanded Emergency Department serving the Southern Tier region. This 90-plus-year institution offers a physician-led, collaborative ED culture backed by strong local and national leadership infrastructure. The expanded ED features state-of-the-art equipment, private patient rooms, and full integration with on-site Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory services — a setup designed to move patients efficiently and support high-quality clinical decision-making. Binghamton offers a genuine quality-of-life proposition: affordable living, four-season recreation, and a tight-knit regional community anchored by a respected academic and healthcare corridor.
Perks and Benefits
- Independent contractor (1099) engagement
- Relocation assistance provided
- CME available through a dedicated national physician learning institute
- Access to additional benefits packages including insurance and retirement plan options through national group partnerships
- H-1B and J-1 visa sponsorship available
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a large national physician organization
Practice Highlights
- Newly expanded Emergency Department with private patient rooms and Fast Track unit for lower-acuity volume
- State-of-the-art equipment throughout the expanded ED footprint
- Fully integrated with on-site Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory services to expedite patient care and reduce turnaround times
- Main hospital campus includes emergency care, a surgery center, a breast care center, and a Regional Cancer Center
- Affiliated with a regional network of primary care practices providing broad referral access across the Southern Tier
- Physician-led, collaborative ED culture with strong local and national leadership support
- More than 90 years of community-rooted acute care serving Binghamton and the surrounding Southern Tier
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active New York State medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of community ED acuity including Fast Track and acute presentations
- H-1B and J-1 visa candidates welcome to apply
About the Community
Binghamton anchors New York's Southern Tier — a region defined by affordable cost of living, scenic river valleys, and easy access to outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, and water sports across the Catskills and Finger Lakes corridors. The city is home to a Binghamton University campus, a vibrant arts and dining scene, and strong public and private school options, making it an appealing destination for physicians at any career stage. New York City and Philadelphia are both reachable within a few hours, offering the balance of small-city livability with proximity to major metropolitan amenities.