Emergency Medicine Medical Director

  • US Acute Care Solutions
  • Mission Viejo, California
  • Full Time
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  • Providence Mission HospitalMission Viejo is a 345-bed, Level II Regional Trauma Center serving as the only combined adult and pediatric trauma center in south Orange County
  • The hospital hosts a wide array of services and programs including Judi and Bill Leonard Institute for Cancer Prevention, Treatment, and Wellness, Mission Neuroscience Institute, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, Orthopedic Institute, Heart and Vascular Institute, Heart Rhythm Center, CardioPulmonary Rehab, Womens and Infants Institute, Birth Center and Midwifery Program, Womens Wellness Center, CHOC Childrens at Mission Hospital, Center for Head/Neck/Otolaryngology Disorders, Acute Rehabilitation Program, CA Specialty Surgery Center, Mission Ambulatory Surgery Center, and the Mental Health and Wellness Institute
  • Designated as a Stroke-Neurology Receiving Center by the Orange County Emergency Medical Services and is the only hospital in south Orange County providing advanced neurologic care for stroke
  • Get With the Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus with Honor Roll Elite Plus Award
  • Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Hospital ranking as number one in south Orange County, number seven in the Los Angeles/Orange County region, and number 15 in the state of California
  • Ranked by Newsweek as a Worlds Best Hospital ranking as number one in Orange County and number 14 in California
  • Designated as a Comprehensive Childrens Emergency Receiving Center (CCERC) by the Orange County Emergency Medical Services
  • Designated as a Cardiac Receiving Center by the Orange County Emergency Medical Services
  • Holds Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery Accreditation from Surgical Review Corporation
  • The hospital has received several accolades from the Womens Choice Awards as a Best Hospital in nine clinical areas
  • Healthgrades five-star recipient in nine clinical areas with a stand-out distinction of being ranked as one of Americas 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • CHOC has a pediatric facility within Mission Viejo with a PICU as well as an eating disorder unit that specializes in the psychosocial aspect of care centered on the whole patient and family
  • Cardiac receiving center but also designated as "Center for Excellence" in cardiac care
  • ED Volume: 73,000
  • Beds: 54
  • Level II Trauma Center
  • EMR: Epic
  • Admission Rate: 23%
  • One of two Comprehensive Childrens Receiving Centers (CCRC) in Orange County
  • EMS Base Hospital
  • Comprehensive Cardiac Receiving Center
  • Cancer Center (Leonard Cancer Center)
  • ED Observation Unit coming in 2025

Mission Viejo is located in south Orange County in the Saddleback Valley and has a population of approximately 100,000. This family-friendly, residential community has much to offer as it hosts an excellent public school system, low crime rates, and a moderate temperature year-round. Nestled between Los Angeles and San Diego, Mission Viejo is an ideal location to reside if you enjoy the exploration and convenience of big-city living but dont want to sacrifice the comforts of suburban life. With abundant cultural attractions, golf courses, restaurants, parks, and access to several beaches, there is no shortage of activities available to keep you occupied any time of year.

  • Excellent compensation with an estimated employed W-2 base pay of $246/hour PLUS comprehensive USACS benefits, a 10% company-funded 401k and USACS ownership stock. Estimated 1099 base pay of $250/hour. Additional leadership stipend included.
Financial Benefits W-2 1099 Employee Ownership:

$100,000 equity ownership for all full-time Physicians after 3 years of service

401(k):

Industry-leading, 10% company-funded 401(k) up to IRS limit of $36,000

Continuing Education:

$4,000 tax-free CME/BEA annually
$8,000, including your state and DEA license, in year one for new graduates

Parental Leave:

Groundbreaking 100% paid parental leave for all new parents

Military Leave:

Pioneering paid leave for deployments

Student Loan Refinancing:

As low as 2.99%

Insurance:

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage

Disability:

Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)

Malpractice Coverage:

Unmatched medical malpractice, including tail and free litigation support. USACS malpractice claims are less than 1/2 the national average!

Intangible Benefit W-2 1099 Location Flexibility and Job Stability:

Careers nationwide, from New York to Hawaii. Internal USACS STAT Traveling Physicians.

Clinical Guidance:

National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected USACS Physicians.

Bedside Support:

Evidence-based Clinical Management Tools (CMTs) and experienced Physicians available 24/7/365 to assist you.

Onboarding and Ongoing Support:

Dedicated Clinician Advocates for a personalized concierge-style service and the USACS Annual Assembly, open for all Clinicians to attend.

Professional Development:

Scholars (leadership training), Efficiency Academy, Provider Engagement & Patient Experience Academy, and more.

As a medical director at USACS, you will be responsible for collaborating with the hospital and nursing leadership while offering support to your Physician staff. You will serve as a leader both within the emergency department and across the organization. Through our model of shared ownership, you will have the opportunity to influence broad company decisions and help facilitate the development of new leaders.

With USACS, you'll be part of a team unique in today's industry. USACS provides Physicians with ownership, unparalleled benefits and the opportunity to practice within a values-based model emphasizing quality, long-term wealth building a culture of shared ownership. USACS Physicians enjoy the security and resources of a large, national group without sacrificing the advantages typically found in local EM groups.

Prior experience is required to be considered for this position.

Career Details
  • Oversee the operations of the ED in collaboration with nursing leadership and hospital administration
  • Supervise the EM staff, per the bylaws, policies and procedures of the institution
  • Represent the ED in the community and within the hospital medical staff
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Job ID: 520172777
Originally Posted on: 5/6/2026

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