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Emergency Medicine Physician

Emergency Medicine Physician

Arc HealthChinle, Arizona, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Chinle Comprehensive Health Center, located on the Navajo Nation in Chinle, Arizona, is a 60-bed hospital serving as the healthcare hub for the region. The medical staff includes various specialists, offering a range of services from primary care to intensive care and emergency services. Chinle is a Level 4 designated ED with 60 total beds. Urgent Care is located in the ED with 6 beds and is more of a step-down ED. The facility is situated near Canyon De Chelly National Monument, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as photography, hiking, and biking. Transfers are by fixed-wing air and generally to Flagstaff, Phoenix or Albuquerque areas.

Primary Responsibilities :

  • Staffing the Emergency Department seeing an average of 10-12 patients per day (busy)
  • Schedule : 12-hour shifts (7am 7pm, 8am 8pm, 2pm-2am, 8pm-8am)
  • Diagnosing and treating acute, episodic, or chronic illnesses
  • Performing comprehensive examinations for adults and children
  • Participating in quality improvement / patient safety projects
  • Collaborating with physicians and specialists - Gen Surg, IM, Peds, Podiatry, Dental, Optometry, OBGYN, Psych, Anesthesia and Tele-radiology
  • EHR System and Technology : Resource & Patient Management System (RPMS), 24 hour XR / CT. Ultrasound weekdays during regular working hours, MRI occasionally on weekends. Sonosite bedside and glide scope with fiberoptic intubation.

Job Requirements :

  • Board certification / eligibility in Emergency Medicine
  • ATLS, ACLS, BLS, PALS certifications (ACEP members can download the life certs from their membership portal on ACEP)
  • ANY US state Active, unrestricted license and DEA
  • Comfortability doing ultrasounds
  • Willingness to work nights and days
  • Completion of a US residency program
  • Commitment to rural, Tribal, and underserved healthcare
  • Compassionate and mission-driven approach

    • Compensation and Benefits :

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Supportive community of healthcare professionals

    • Nearest Airports :

  • Cortez, CO 2 hours' drive
  • Flagstaff, AZ 2.75 hours' drive

    • About the Facility and Surrounding Area :

  • Community Size : Approximately 37,000 active users, 30% pediatrics
  • Catchment Area : Chinle and surrounding areas
  • Tribes : Navajo Nation

    • Challenges and barriers to care :

  • Access to utilities about 30% of households lack running water and 10-15% lack electricity
  • Economic Barriers High unemployment and poverty rates impact a patient s ability to afford
  • Transportation : Over 70% of roads are unpaved, and distances to specialty care are far
  • Communication : Approximately25% of the area lacks cell phone coverage
  • Trust and Engagement : Historical trauma, cultural differences, and low health literacy can hinder trust in healthcare

    • About Arc Health :

    Arc Health is a mission-driven healthcare enterprise focused on serving rural, underserved, and Tribal communities. We welcome dedicated physicians to join us in making a difference.

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    Emergency Medicine Physician • Chinle, Arizona, United States