Emergency Medicine Physician

Specialty : Emergency Medicine

Location : Schenectady, NY (J-1 Eligible)

Company : Optigy

Type : Permanent Full-Time Onsite

Salary : $220 / hr (W2) , $260 / hr (1099)

Position Overview :

Optigy is seeking an Emergency Medicine physician for a high-acuity, high-volume Emergency Department located within a 368-bed hospital serving the greater Capital Region of upstate New York. This hospital is known for excellence in cardiovascular, stroke, and surgical care, and provides a robust and innovative environment for emergency clinicians.

ED Volume : 51,000 annual visits

Facility Size : 368-bed full-service hospital

Coverage Model : 24 / 7 emergency physician coverage with Physician in Triage (PIT) program

Certifications : First ED in the nation to receive Certified Autism Center (CAC) designation

Documentation : Cerner EMR + Electronic Emergency Department Tracking Board

Qualifications :

o BC / BP in Emergency Medicine

o OR BC / BP in Family or Internal Medicine with Emergency Medicine experience

o Current ATLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Compensation :

Base Compensation : $220 / hr (W2) , $260 / hr (1099)

Sign-On Bonus : $100,000

CME / BEA : $4,000 tax-free annually

New Grad Package : $6,500 + licensing costs (state & DEA) in year one

Employment Models : W-2 and 1099 available

Benefits :

Insurance : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage

Malpractice : Includes tail coverage and legal support industry-leading claims record

Parental Leave : 100% paid

Military Leave : Paid

Disability : Short- and long-term (own occupation)

Student Loan Refinancing : Rates as low as 2.99%

Intangibles & Professional Development :

National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB)

24 / 7 / 365 Live Physician Support

Access to top-tier professional development programs :

o Scholars (Leadership Training)

o Efficiency Academy

o Engagement & Experience Academy

Internal traveling physician program

Annual Clinical Assembly participation

J-1 Visa Candidates are Eligible for Hire

About the Community :

Schenectady, NY is a thriving and historic city in the heart of eastern New York state. Residents enjoy access to the beautiful Stockade District, scenic nature preserves, and a wealth of outdoor and cultural activities. With excellent public schools, a welcoming and diverse community, top-tier universities nearby, and a robust local economy, Schenectady offers an exceptional quality of life with easy access to Albany, Saratoga Springs, and the Adirondack Mountains.

Recruiter Contact : Stephen Kanfer