Physician - Emergency Medicine (0.9 FTE)
University of Maryland Medical System
Summary
Emergency Medicine is about more than the next patient—it's about the people beside you every shift. At the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC), we're looking for a full-time Emergency Medicine Physician who wants to practice in a high-acuity, physician-led environment where collaboration is second nature and careers are built for the long term.
Job description
Find Your Team. Build Your Career. Love Where You Practice.
Emergency Medicine is about more than the next patient—it's about the people beside you every shift. At the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC), we're looking for a full-time Emergency Medicine Physician who wants to practice in a high-acuity, physician-led environment where collaboration is second nature and careers are built for the long term.
Over the past year, our Emergency Department transitioned to a hospital-employed model—but one thing never changed: our culture. Our physician leadership remained intact, and our leaders continue to work side-by-side with the physicians they support, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone's voice matters. Our physicians continue to shape scheduling and departmental operations, and many have built their careers here because they value the culture we've created.
Why You'll Love Practicing Here
- High-acuity community Emergency Department serving a diverse patient population
- Primary Stroke Center and PCI-capable hospital
- Outstanding consultant relationships with strong subspecialty support
- Comprehensive outpatient follow-up resources that support safe discharges and reduce avoidable admissions
- Pediatricians manage medical pediatric patients while Emergency Physicians manage pediatric trauma and injuries
- 24/7 Emergency Department Pharmacist
- Double physician coverage in the acute care area
- 24/7 Advanced Practice Provider support
- Epic EMR with Dragon and DAX AI documentation tools
- Physician-led scheduling, quality initiatives, and departmental operations
- Single-site practice—no traveling between facilities
- Full-time schedule of 172 shifts annually (approximately 14 shifts per month) with 8–8.5 patient-facing hours per shift
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is comprised of a guaranteed base salary plus a significant productivity and departmental performance distribution, resulting in a competitive total compensation package.
Additional compensation opportunities include night differential, holiday pay, administrative leadership opportunities, and call compensation.
Requirements
- Qualified physician capable of working in a high-acuity emergency department setting
- Ability to work 172 shifts annually
- Collaborate effectively within a hospital-employed, physician-led team
Benefits
- CME Allowance
- Paid CME Time
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Malpractice Insurance
- Tail Coverage
- Night Differential
- Holiday Pay
Company overview
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a comprehensive academic health system serving Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the state, UMMS operates multiple hospitals, specialty care centers, and community-based health services across Maryland. The system is anchored by the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, which serves as the flagship academic medical center and Level 1 Trauma Center. UMMS is deeply integrated with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, fostering a strong environment for medical education, research, and clinical innovation. The system provides a full continuum of care including primary care, specialty services, emergency medicine, and advanced surgical procedures. UMMS is renowned for its expertise in trauma care, cancer treatment, cardiac services, transplantation, and neurological care. Through its network of hospitals and affiliated physicians, the system delivers high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing medical knowledge through research and training the next generation of healthcare professionals.