Emergency Medicine Opportunity in Hattiesburg, MS

Merit Health Wesley

Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed, Level IV Trauma Center conveniently located on a beautiful 85-acre healthcare campus in West Hattiesburg, MS. With over 200 physicians and employing over 1,200 healthcare professionals, the hospital has been nationally recognized for patient safety and quality care.

Merit Health Wesley is seeking a Physician for our Emergency Medicine Program:

•Annual ED volume: 38,000
•22 bed ED
•36 hours of Physician coverage daily
•Affiliated EM Residency program
•Excellent specialty back up
•EMR: Cerner

Community Overview:

Hattiesburg is 110 miles southeast from the state capital of Jackson and just over 70 miles from the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Home of the University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg is a city with roots as deep as its oaks and a culture steeped in history. You’ll find a story of homegrown memories, vibrant and crafty experiences and a city that’s full of familiar faces and detours that surprise. The city offers a fun night life, beautiful golf courses, Hattiesburg Zoo, several parks for biking, hiking, canoeing, and more. Hattiesburg also offers an affordable cost of living.

About the Hospital

Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed acute care hospital located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical services, emergency care, and specialty services to residents of South Mississippi. Merit Health Wesley continues to evolve to meet the changing healthcare needs of the region while maintaining a commitment to compassionate, quality care.

Community

Hattiesburg is a regional hub in southern Mississippi with a population of approximately 45,000 and is home to The University of Southern Mississippi. Known as “The Hub City,” Hattiesburg offers a low cost of living, access to major Gulf Coast and regional cities, and cultural attractions, including museums, theaters, and historic landmarks.

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.