Emergency Medicine Medical Director

Sound Physicians
Frederick, MD$225–$295/hrPosted Jul 9, 2026
Skip to main content Go to homepage Talent Community (opens in a new tab) (0) Saved Jobs Contact Us Search Jobs Emergency Medicine Careers Search Jobs Search Jobs by Keyword Location Radius Select 5 miles 15 miles 25 miles 35 miles 50 miles 75 miles 100 miles Search Emergency Medicine Medical Director Frederick, Maryland Apply Save Job Urgency. Expertise. Purpose. In emergency medicine, every decision carries weight. Our physician teams deliver rapid, evidence-based care in high-pressure environments, bringing clinical clarity and calm to moments of uncertainty. We lead with precision, empathy, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes when time matters most. With a national footprint and decades of experience, our emergency medicine programs are built on a foundation of operational excellence, physician leadership, and a relentless focus on patient-centered care. From urban trauma centers to community EDs, our physicians are empowered to make an immediate impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Job Type: Full Time Job Level: Medical Director Shift: Day; Night; Swing Travel: No Emergency Medicine Medical Director Frederick, Maryland ATS: Salesforce Apply Save Job Job ID: JOB-001106 Category: Emergency Medicine Discover what’s possible in your career as an Emergency Medicine Medical Director at Frederick Health HospitalWe believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Frederick, Maryland—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We'd love to talk if you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant community.Local Team Collaboration:Join our close-knit team of 24 physicians and 18 APPs at Frederick Health Hospital, working collaboratively with Sound Physicians' hospitalist, observation, pediatric, and critical care teams to support efficient patient throughput and maintain a low LWBS rate of less than 3%.Ranked as the 3rd busiest ED in Maryland, our department cares for approximately 80,000 annual visits (65,000+ adult visits) and has been recognized as a State Top Performer in EMS offload time.Accountable, on-site leadership: a local medical director who knows the community and owns the department's performance, supported by Sound's leadership-development tools.Stable, well-staffed teams: cohesive teams aligned on our patient-first culture of excellence, which means less reliance on premium temp labor and more predictable shifts.Qualification:Board-certified in emergency medicine.At least 2 years of leadership experience preferred.Authorized to work in the United States.Scheduling:Enjoy a flexible schedule that supports work-life balance and offers a variety of shift options.60 hours of clinical work to allow for completion of administrative duties.Key Responsibilities:Lead a close-knit team of 24 physicians and 18 APPs at Frederick Health Hospital.For those who like to teach, we work with PA-C studentsfrom Shenandoah, Frostburg, and other local programs.We prioritize the longevity of our clinicians and provide comprehensive ancillary services in the ED, including peer recovery, ED pharmacists, crisis intervention, social work, Goals of Care hospice, and case management.Deliver care in a Magnet-designated hospital with fully staffed nursing, including 3:1 RN ratios in high-acuity areas, and access to robust clinical resources such as point-of-care ultrasound, an ED pharmacist, and dedicated social work/case management support.Practice in a high-acuity environment with a 30% admission/transfer rate at a designated STEMI Center...

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