ER Physician

Emergency Room Physician – Veterans Administration

Location:Jackson, MS
Organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Employment Type: Full-time (contract position)
Specialty: Emergency Medicine

The Veterans Administration is seeking a dedicated Emergency Room (ER) Physician to join our exceptional team of healthcare professionals providing world-class medical care to America’s veterans. This role offers an opportunity to practice evidence-based emergency medicine in a mission-driven environment where compassion, respect, and excellence define every patient interaction.

You will work in a state-of-the-art VA Medical Center, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality emergency and acute care to veterans presenting with a wide range of medical and psychiatric conditions.

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to patients presenting with acute and life-threatening conditions.

• Stabilize patients and coordinate transfer to appropriate inpatient or specialty care units.

• Collaborate closely with nursing staff, residents, and other specialists to ensure continuity and quality of care.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical education, and professional development programs.

• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in accordance with VA standards and federal regulations.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited institution.

• 2 Years previous expereince in an Emergency Room Setting

• Valid and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory.

• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); additional certifications (e.g., ATLS, PALS) preferred.

• U.S. citizenship required.