EMA providers are the best in the business and we give them all the tools they need to succeed. Being an EMA provider is about commitment, compassion and a chance to be a part of a team and an organization with a noble mission to serve. This section outlines our current job opportunities and provides access for our providers to EMA, our intranet and knowledge base. We have also included some general web resources on emergency medicine for your review.
About EMA
If you are looking for an exciting clinical opportunity with a leading emergency physician group, you have found the right place. Working with Emergent Medical Associates (EMA) presents unique opportunities to explore and grow in challenging and intellectually stimulating environments. EMA is owned and managed by residency-trained, emergency physicians just like you. We understand the unique needs of physicians and offer a menu of services to help establish a rewarding long-term career. We work diligently to help providers find the hospital that is the best fit professionally and geographically from our array of emergency departments and urgent care facilities. With ED’s throughout California, Hawaii and New Mexico, we have the depth to have you work close to home, maximizing the time you get to enjoy your personal lifestyle.
The Group
EMA has been serving the emergency medical needs of Californians for over two decades. Founded in 1991, EMA has enjoyed significant expansion in recent years as its reputation for excellence has grown. We now operate at 25+ sites, have over 425+ providers and care for over 900,000 patients annually. We offer flexible scheduling, competitive reimbursement, and challenging working environments. We consider ourselves an entrepreneurial group and are constantly looking for future leaders in Emergency Medicine.
Community
The beaches, mountainsides and desert landscapes surrounding our sites allow you to enjoy warm, sunny summers and mild winters. Between world-class skiing and snowboarding, hiking, biking, golfing and various water sports there is something for everyone within driving distance of your desired location.
Malpractice Insurance
EMA covers your malpractice from the very first shift you work in the ED.
Scheduling
EMA has developed its own proprietary scheduling program. The program takes into account the needs of you and your group and produces a fair and flexible schedule.
Billing
EMA handles all the billing and collection at your site. This frees up your time to focus on the patient and reduces the headaches and hassles that come with reimbursement.
Insurance Programs
We offer consultation in choosing plans for health, dental, vision and disability insurance options and providers are eligible upon their start date.
Each contracting provider may select the plan that best suits their specific needs.
Relocation Program
For providers relocating from across the country, EMA offers a relocation assistance program to help make the move a smooth process.
CME
EMA offers free and unlimited CME through our affiliation with nationally recognized organizations such as UpToDate. In addition, we are accredited by the Institute for Medical Quality/California Medical Association (IMQ/CMA) to provide our own internally created CME opportunities.
All physicians working with EMA affiliated groups are independent contractors and are required to form professional medical corporations. The corporation may be either a “C” corporation or an “S” corporation. If needed, EMA can refer providers to qualified professionals who can help with both the formation process and any ongoing accounting or legal needs.
This is a short list of our most frequently asked questions. For more information about EMA, or if you need support, please visit our Contact Us page.
We offer opportunities for advancement, leadership, fair reimbursement models, and stable work environments. We are an industry leader as far as reporting and analytics. The benefits of this can be seen in improved documentation, efficiency of care, better patient outcomes and maximized reimbursement.
If you are looking for an exciting clinical opportunity with a leading emergency physician group, you have found the right place. Contact us, click here. 310.379.2134