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Job description
Emergency Medicine Physician – Fresno, CA
Committed to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve
Community: Fresno is the heart of California's Central Valley and the gateway to three national parks – Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon. With a population of over 540,000, Fresno offers an affordable cost of living, a warm Mediterranean climate, and a thriving food and agricultural scene. Enjoy world-class outdoor recreation, from hiking and skiing in the Sierra Nevada to exploring the San Joaquin River Parkway. The Fresno Chaffee Zoo, Forestiere Underground Gardens, and vibrant downtown arts district add to an exceptional quality of life.
Airport: Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) is located just minutes from the facility, offering direct flights to major hubs including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Dallas, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Seattle.
Facility: The VA Central California Health Care System provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and mental health services to Veterans across the Central Valley. Located at 2615 E. Clinton Ave., Fresno, CA 93703, this modern facility serves a large Veteran population and operates a 24/7 Emergency Department supporting a Trauma Level II designation. The medical center is committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.
Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive emergency medicine physician services in a Trauma Level II Emergency Department
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage the full spectrum of emergency medical conditions including trauma, cardiac emergencies, respiratory disorders, neurological events, and psychiatric emergencies
Perform emergency procedures including central venous line placement, arterial catheter placement, chest tube thoracostomy, endotracheal intubation, lumbar puncture, procedural sedation, cardioversion, and cricothyroidotomy
Provide initial evaluation, emergent treatment, and stabilization for life- and limb-threatening conditions
Manage wound care, fracture/dislocation reduction, and application of orthopedic devices
Coordinate patient admissions, consultations, and transfers as clinically indicated
Document all patient encounters in the electronic health record system
Provide discharge education and follow-up instructions to patients
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities
Supervise and educate health professions trainees rotating through the Emergency Department
Qualifications:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM) or Internal Medicine (ABIM/ABFM)
Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state
Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
Current DEA certificate
Active NPI number
Proficient in spoken and written English
Schedule:
Full-time positions available (3 FTE)
The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Shifts include 8- and 12-hour rotations with various start times
KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve.
KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics.
Worksite address
fresno, CA, 93650, US
Who can apply
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