Emergency Medicine Opportunity in Vicksburg, MS

Merit Health River Region is seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician to join our established Emergency Department team. This opportunity offers the chance to practice in a well-supported, high-volume emergency setting with strong specialty backup and a collaborative clinical environment. At Merit Health River Region, you’ll be part of Community Health Systems, a national network of regional hospitals with a shared mission to deliver high-quality care where it’s needed most — close to home.Emergency Department Highlights

• Annual ED volume: ~32,000 visits
• Level IV Trauma Center
• 14-bed Emergency Department with 4-bed Fast Track
• 24-hour physician coverage daily
• 10 hours of NP/PA coverage daily
• Strong specialty backup support
• EMR system: Cerner

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute and emergent conditions
• Provide timely, evidence-based emergency care in a high-volume setting
• Perform necessary emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill patients
• Collaborate with advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and consulting specialists
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system
• Maintain compliance with hospital protocols, quality standards, and patient safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Current Mississippi medical license or eligibility for licensure
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency department environment
• Commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care

Comprehensive Financial Package May Include

• Competitive compensation
• Commencement bonus
• Residency/Fellowship stipend
• Annual CME allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Licenses, dues, and subscriptions
• Vacation benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
Apply today.

About the Hospital

Merit Health River Region is a 361-bed acute care hospital and one of the largest employers in Warren County. Accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, emergency care, and advanced cardiac services, including primary PCI and accredited chest pain care. Merit Health River Region serves as a major healthcare provider for Vicksburg and the surrounding region.

Community

Vicksburg is located approximately 45 minutes west of Jackson, Mississippi, and is known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene. The community offers a mix of outdoor recreation, forests and river activities, modern entertainment, dining, shopping, live music, and casino gaming, providing options for both outdoor enthusiasts and city-minded residents.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.