We are seeking an Emergency Medicine physician to join a full-service community hospital in
Ellsworth, Maine, on the coast near Acadia National Park. This medium-acuity ED sees about 13,114
visits a year, with a fast track, 8 hours of daily APC support, and a flat $250/hour rate on every shift.
About the facility
The hospital is a full-service, 64-bed facility serving Hancock and western Washington Counties,
offering emergency, primary and specialty care, acute inpatient, diagnostic, and surgical services. It
has earned national and state recognition for patient safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction, and is
part of the most expansive integrated health care system in Maine.
Position highlights
• Annual ED volume: approximately 13,114 visits
• 24-hour physician coverage plus 8 hours of APC coverage daily
• 17 ED beds; 64 hospital beds
• Fast track available
• Acuity: medium; admission rate approximately 10%
• No trauma designation
• Hospital medicine program on site
• EMR: Cerner
Compensation
• $250/hour flat rate for any shift: days, nights, weekends
• Sign-on bonus available
Requirements
• Board certified or board eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Current ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications
• Active Maine medical license
Back-up specialties
Anesthesiology, Cardiology, ENT, General Surgery, Gynecology, Hematology/Oncology, Internal
Medicine, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Pulmonology, Rheumatology, Ultrasound, and Urology
About Ellsworth, Maine
Ellsworth is a growing coastal city on Union River Bay and has long been one of Maine s
fastest-growing communities. With waterfront views of rocky coastline and blue-green coves, it s ideal
for outdoor enthusiasts: boating, sailing, whale watching, and hiking in nearby Acadia National Park.
Local attractions include the Stanwood Wildlife Sanctuary, the Downeast Scenic Railroad, and the
Telephone Museum. Bangor is less than an hour away for city amenities, and Boston and Quebec
make easy getaways. Bangor International Airport is about 30 miles from the hospital.
