Emergency Medicine Medical Director

Emergency Medicine Medical Director

Garden City Hospital – Detroit Metro Area, Michigan

About the Opportunity:

Garden City Hospital, located in the heart of the Detroit metro area, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine Medical Director to lead our robust Emergency Department. This is a rewarding opportunity to oversee clinical operations, drive quality initiatives, and continue your own clinical practice in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Position Highlights:

• Role: Emergency Medicine Medical Director
• Mix:
  • Clinical: ~100 hours/month (flexible mix of day, mid, and night shifts)
  • Administrative: Remaining time dedicated to leadership duties throughout the week (some admin tasks and meetings can be performed remotely)
• Total Hours: ~144 hours/month

About the Emergency Department:

• Annual Volume: ~36,000 visits
• Beds: 32 main ED beds + 6 fast track beds
• Trauma Designation: Level III (anything beyond stabilization is transferred to Beaumont)
• Patient Load: ~2 patients per hour, moderate acuity
• Coverage: Typically staffed with 2 physicians and 1 APP on shift
• Shift Structure:
  • Day and Night shifts: 12 hours
  • Mid shifts: 8 hours
• EMR: Epic

Director Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and administrative oversight for the ED team
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care
• Participate in departmental hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and education
• Drive performance improvement initiatives and maintain regulatory compliance
• Serve as liaison between the ED team and hospital administration
• Participate in hospital leadership meetings and strategy discussions

Ideal Candidate:

• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM)
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an attending emergency physician
• At least 2 years of leadership experience (Medical Director, Associate Director, or similar)
• Strong team-building, communication, and operational skills

Why Garden City Hospital?

• A vibrant community hospital with over 70 years of service to western Wayne County and the greater Detroit area
• Recognized for quality care, with a history of awards, including IBM Watson’s Top 100 Hospitals and Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence
• Family-friendly community with affordable living, excellent schools, and close access to Detroit’s sports, cultural, and dining attractions
• Supportive hospital administration committed to investing in emergency services and staff growth.

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