Physician Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Job Quick Facts

• Reference # : NW-00016
• Profession : Physician
• Specialty : Emergency Medicine
• Job Type : Permanent
• Location : West Plains, MO
• Facility Type : Hospital
• Shift Schedule : 12 shifts per month
• # of Beds : 16; 2 trauma / major medical
• ED Patient Census : 28,000
• Services at facility : diagnostic imaging and laboratory services

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Facility Details

Committed to delivering top-quality and secure care, this healthcare organization fosters a welcoming environment for patients, families, and staff. It boasts innovative personnel and treatment methods, emphasizing patient safety through outstanding teamwork. The organization employs over 1,000 staff members and services an eight-county region across south-central Missouri and north-central Arkansas. Facilities include a 100+ bed acute care hospital, eight family medicine clinics, and 15 specialty clinics, offering comprehensive rehabilitation and home care services. Additionally, it holds accreditation from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations, ensuring high standards of healthcare provision

Community Details

West Plains, MO, situated in the heart of the Ozarks near Springfield and Branson, offers a blend of big-city amenities and small-town charm. As the county seat of Howell County, it has experienced a 7.7% population growth since 2000, reflecting its appeal as the largest city and trade center within a 100-mile radius. This vibrant community, known for its natural beauty, has attracted nature lovers, entrepreneurs, and families alike, contributing to a robust local economy with significant retail growth. Recognized as one of America's 10 Best Small Towns in 2013, West Plains boasts quality education, healthcare, and a rich cultural scene, including the Ozarks Small Business Incubator and an extensive park system. The city's history, scenic surroundings, and modern infrastructure, including the West Plains Regional Airport, underline its status as a regional hub since 1883. With an array of lodging, dining, and shopping options, along with annual events like the Old-Time Music / Ozark Heritage Festival, West Plains encapsulates a life of balance between progress and tradition, making it a prime location for both settling down and exploring the great outdoors.