Mercy Ambulatory Care Center (MACC) in Orchard Park, NY is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician for a 24/7 licensed hospital-based emergency setting that operates with the full capabilities of an acute care facility — including ambulance acceptance and management of acute illness and injury — while offering the focused, community-oriented pace of a satellite campus. MACC is part of Catholic Health, a non-profit integrated health system serving Western New York, with direct access to cardiac and stroke services at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo and trauma transfer protocols to the Level I Trauma Center at ECMC Health Campus in Buffalo. This independent contractor role offers competitive hourly rates and the clinical backing of a nationally recognized physician group.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive hourly rates (independent contractor / 1099 engagement)
- Relocation assistance provided
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- CME access through a dedicated institute, including professional development tools and educational resources
- Clinician wellness program available to all affiliated providers
- Leadership and career growth pathways within a large national physician organization
Practice Highlights
- Licensed 2-bed hospital (officially Mercy Hospital) operating as a full-service emergency care facility — not an urgent care center — with 24/7 emergency services
- Authorized to accept ambulances and patients presenting with acute illness or injury, distinguishing this site from lower-acuity walk-in settings
- Around-the-clock access to cardiac and stroke services at the main Mercy Hospital of Buffalo campus
- Established trauma transfer protocol to the Level I Trauma Center at ECMC Health Campus in Buffalo, ensuring appropriate escalation for high-acuity cases
- Part of Catholic Health, a non-profit health system with a broad Western New York network of hospitals and primary care centers — providing institutional stability and referral infrastructure
- Independent contractor scheduling model offering flexibility typical of community-based EM coverage
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active New York State medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of community emergency acuity, including acute cardiac, stroke, and injury presentations requiring stabilization and appropriate transfer coordination
About the Community
Orchard Park is a well-regarded suburb in Erie County, situated approximately 15 miles south of downtown Buffalo — offering residents a strong combination of top-rated public schools, affordable housing, and easy access to the cultural and professional amenities of a mid-sized city. The region is defined by four-season recreation, including proximity to Lake Erie, Chautauqua Lake, and the Niagara Falls corridor, as well as a vibrant local food and arts scene in Buffalo proper. Western New York's cost of living remains well below national averages, making it an attractive destination for physicians seeking quality of life alongside a meaningful clinical role.