Rural Community in MN EM Physician

Job Overview

A leading critical access hospital in Thief River Falls, Minnesota is seeking a BE/BC emergency medicine physician for a full‑time opportunity that combines hands‑on clinical practice with meaningful leadership responsibilities.

• Oversee emergency and trauma services for the medical center.
• Approximately 15% administrative work with the remainder focused on clinical care.
• Work 12–14.12‑hour shifts per month.
• Evaluate and review medical staff performance, assess emergency department efficiency, and drive ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Board Eligible (BE) or Board Certified (BC) Emergency Medicine Physician.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Continuing medical education (CME) resources.
• Malpractice coverage with tail.
• Time away and relocation assistance.

Annual compensation for a full‑time physician starts in the mid $300’0’s with additional incentives possible based on experience, training, and specific job requirements.

The facility is a state‑of‑the‑art 25‑bed critical access hospital spanning 136,000 square feet. The community qualifies as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), and Thief River Falls is a growing community of about 8,600 residents located just an hour from Grand Forks, North Dakota. It offers a welcoming environment with retail amenities, outdoor recreation, and a local technical college.

A Comp Health consultant can help you find an opportunity in the area and at the type of facility that best fits your needs. Having a relationship with a consultant can make your experience much better, providing a clearer path from job search to finding the right job for you.