Physician – Emergency Medicine - St. Lawrence Region

Emergency Medicine Opportunity

Join Rochester Regional Health – St. Lawrence Region

Practice Medicine Where Your Work Truly Matters – With the Support of a Collaborative Health System and the Feel of a Close-Knit Community.

At Rochester Regional Health, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people. Our physicians are empowered to build meaningful patient relationships, collaborate with supportive colleagues, and thrive both professionally and personally in one of the most scenic and welcoming regions of New York State.

The St. Lawrence Region offers the perfect balance of purpose-driven medicine and quality of life — where you can make a lasting impact in a close-knit community while enjoying the natural beauty, affordability, and lifestyle flexibility that are increasingly hard to find elsewhere.

Why Join Rochester Regional Health – St. Lawrence Region?

Practice With Purpose

• Serve a diverse patient population with strong community ties

• Enjoy a collaborative environment with experienced clinical teams

• Opportunity for autonomy while remaining connected to a large, integrated health system

• Access to advanced technology, specialty support, and system-wide resources

Exceptional Quality of Life

Located in Northern New York along the St. Lawrence River, our communities offer:

• Easy access to the Adirondack Mountains

• Proximity to Canada, including quick trips to Ottawa and Montreal

• Four-season outdoor recreation including boating, hiking, skiing, fishing, and camping

• Affordable housing and short commute times

• Family-friendly communities with excellent schools and welcoming neighborhoods

• A slower pace of life without sacrificing access to modern amenities

Position Highlights

Specialty: Emergency Medicine Physician

We welcome both experienced physicians and new graduates who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered emergency care.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (Board Eligibility required within 5 years of residency completion)

• Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based patient care

• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment

Schedule

Full-time schedule consists of twelve 12-hour shifts per month (144 hours monthly)

Potsdam ER:

• Shift Times:

  • 7a–7p or 7p–7a

  • 8a – 6p (double physician coverage)

• 36 hours of physician coverage and 22 hours of APP coverage daily

• APP Coverage Includes:

  • 10a–10p

  • 6p-4a

• Physicians average approximately 1.32 patients per hour

• Accepts transfers from Massena and Gouverneur Hospitals

• Trauma III Trauma Center

• Primary Stroke Center

• Annual Volume: 27,000 visits

• Admission Rate: 15%

Massena ER:

• 7a-7p or 7p-7a

• 24 hours of physician coverage and 12 hours of APP coverage

  • APP shift:

    • 9a-9p

• Physicians average 1.34 patients per hour

  • Significantly less busy nights

• Critical access hospital

• Annual Volume: 15,000 visits

• Admission Rate: 9%

Gouverneur ER:

• 7a-7p or 7p-7a

• Physicians average 1.18 patients per hour

  • Generally lower acuity with significantly less busy nights

• Critical access hospital

• Annual Volume: 11,000 visits

• Admission Rate: 3%

Additional Details

• EMR: Epic

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your career and well-being:

• Competitive base salary: $265.00-$300.00 per hour*

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

• Visa sponsorship opportunities available

* Pay Summary
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full-time applicant. It may be modified in the future and may be eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. In addition to the base pay range, certain provider positions may be eligible for variable compensation in accordance with health system pay practices. This may include productivity and/or value-based clinical incentives, bonus compensation, or other forms of variable pay.

About Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving communities across Western and Northern New York. With a commitment to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and innovation, we are dedicated to uplifting humanity through the care of our patients and one another.

The St. Lawrence Region includes:

• Canton-Potsdam Hospital

• Massena Hospital

• Gouverneur Hospital

• Multiple outpatient practices and specialty services throughout the region

Discover a Career — and a Lifestyle — You’ll Love

If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity where your expertise is valued, your voice matters, and your life outside of work is just as important as your life inside it, we invite you to explore a future with Rochester Regional Health – St. Lawrence Region.

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Rochester Regional Health Careers

EDUCATION:

DO, MD

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

Physician - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$265.00 - $315.00Potsdam13676

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.