Emergency Medicine Physician (Trauma I, II, III, IV & V) - Physician Services

Avant Tech is seeking five (5) full‑time, experienced Emergency Medicine Physicians to join the Trauma / Emergency Department teams at VA San Diego HCS. Physicians will be responsible for providing high level emergency care across all trauma levels (Trauma I through V), treating acute illnesses and injuries, stabilizing critical patients, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high quality patient outcomes.

Due with Proposal Submission:

• Documented proof of the following credentials/licenses/certifications: License, BLS, ACLS, Emergency Medicine Board Certification, NPI, DEA, OIG clearance.
• Letter of Commitment (LOC), signed by both the Offeror and all key personnel.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Emergency Medicine.
• Valid, full, and unrestricted medical license in the U.S. (appropriate state).
• Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Active National Provider Identifier (NPI) number.
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
• Proven clinical experience in high‑acuity emergency settings, including management of trauma (all levels), resuscitation, advanced airway management, etc.
• Excellent clinical decision‑making skills, ability to act rapidly in emergent situations.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.

Desired Experience:

• Fellowship or specialized training in trauma or critical care.
• Prior experience working in a level I trauma center or similarly busy trauma / emergency department.
• Experience across multiple trauma levels (I‑V) is a plus.
• Experience with quality improvement initiatives, patient flow optimization, and systems‑based practice.
• Experience with supervising or teaching residents, fellows, or other learners.
• Familiarity with VA health care system / policies.

Skills:

• Strong diagnostic & procedural skills (e.g., intubation, hemorrhage control, chest tubes, etc.)
• Ability to stabilize critically ill/injured patients
• Proficient in trauma care across levels I‑V
• Rapid decision‑making under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Accurate documentation and continuity of care• Leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience mentoring or teaching
• Familiarity with VA protocols and electronic health records
• Exposure to performance metrics, QA / CQI processes
• Experience in disaster/mass casualty response

Degree Requirements:

• Must hold MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Must have completed a residency in Emergency Medicine, or equivalent training recognized by VA.

Certification Requirements:

• Board Certification in Emergency Medicine (ABEM, AOBEM, or equivalent).
• Valid, unrestricted medical license.
• BLS and ACLS current.
• NPI, DEA registration.
• OIG clearance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision)

• Retirement / pension plan

• Paid leave (vacation, sick, public holidays)

• CME / continuing professional development support

• Liability / malpractice protection under VA policy
• $180/hr