Emergency Medicine Physician – J1 & H1B Welcome | $90,000 SOB | ED Volume: 47,000 | Elizabeth City, NC

Emergency medicine is demanding—and the right environment makes it sustainable. At USACS, we design care teams that are fully supported, appropriately staffed, and structured so Physicians can focus on patient care without unnecessary administrative burden. We’re adding an Emergency Medicine Physician to our team at Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

“Sentara Albemarle is a great place to work, and living here is amazing, too. We have coastal options, the Outer Banks, and both urban and rural areas — really, any living environment you could want is available within close proximity to the hospital. Our team is amazing, and so are our patients. If you want to enjoy the sunshine and the water, come on down to Sentara Albemarle.” USACS Physician, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center

Practice Highlights:

• J1 & H1B visa sponsorship available
• Signing Bonuses up to $90,000 available!
• W-2 and 1099 options available 
• ED Volume: 47,000
• 32 bed ED
• 10-12 hour shifts
• 41 hours of daily Physician coverage and 22 hours of daily APP support
• EMR: Epic with Dragon and AI dictation
• Flexible Scheduling  

What your practice will look like:
You’ll practice in a well-supported Emergency Department designed for efficient, high-quality care.  Physicians have a meaningful voice in clinical operations, contributing to a practice that values input, efficiency, and continuous improvement. The pace is balanced, within a close-knit team that emphasizes collegiality and mutual support. You’ll benefit from smooth throughput to our own USACS Hospitalist Team who do all patients admits.

The patient population offers moderate acuity with a diverse clinical scope, making it an ideal setting for a well-rounded Emergency Medicine practice. Additionally, there is a streamlined transfer process to other Sentara facilities via a dedicated transfer center that manages logistics.

This opportunity is well-suited for physicians who value autonomy, with the opportunity for leadership or departmental growth.

About the facility:
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, is a newly completed state of the art 150-bed, full-service hospital delivering care across more than 25 specialties to communities throughout Coastal North Carolina.

Why USACS:
We are a physician-owned, clinician-led organization designed to support long-term career satisfaction. Our model emphasizes strong staffing, shared governance, and resources that reduce administrative burden and support high-quality care.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• $100,000 equity ownership opportunity after 3 years
• 10% company-funded 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
• Malpractice with tail coverage
• CME/BEA funding and professional development resources

Requirements:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Eligible for North Carolina medical licensure