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