Emergency Medicine Physician | Easy Commute From Columbia!

Sound Physicians is a physician-founded and led medical group dedicated to improving patient care by better supporting clinicians. Their patient-first philosophy is deeply embedded in their approach to healthcare, prioritizing collaborations that empower physicians, APPs, and teams to deliver exceptional care. They operate numerous facilities across the country, focusing on clinical excellence, leadership development, and fostering a culture where care transitions are seamless and outcomes for patients are optimized. In North Augusta, SC, Sound Physicians is expanding its presence in emergency medicine with the opening of Martintown ER, a new state-of-the-art emergency care facility. This location complements their existing sites in the Aiken area, including Aiken Regional Medical Center and Sweetwater ER. Their care teams work together closely across Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, and Critical Care, enabling clinicians to collaborate effectively and provide comprehensive care in dynamic healthcare environments.

Joining Sound Physicians as an Emergency Medicine physician at Martintown ER in North Augusta offers an opportunity to become part of a collaborative and close-knit team. The local team comprises six physicians and three advanced practice providers who share a patient-centered approach and a commitment to excellence. The structure supports well-staffed, stable teams to reduce reliance on temporary staff and foster predictable scheduling. The team is supported by onsite leadership including a medical director who is deeply connected with the community and focused on the department's performance. This role offers the flexibility to work across three different emergency care sites in the region with both part-time and full-time opportunities, allowing clinicians to match their professional and personal needs.

The position at Martintown ER is ideal for emergency medicine physicians interested in a role where their clinical judgment is respected and their professional growth nurtured. Physicians will be responsible for providing comprehensive emergency care and managing the initial treatment of acute medical conditions. With competitive compensation rates of $300 per hour for day shifts and $325 per hour for night shifts on a 1099 contractor basis, this role offers financial rewards that reflect the importance of the work performed. Beyond compensation, working in North Augusta offers an attractive work-life balance with a lower cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas nearby. Residents of North Augusta enjoy convenient access to the amenities of the greater Augusta metro area, including shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The location is also ideally positioned within driving distance of major cities like Columbia and Charlotte, as well as the South Carolina and Georgia coastlines, making weekend getaways accessible.

Sound Physicians values teamwork and a patient-first culture where clinicians have the support and resources needed to deliver great care. The local emergency medicine team at Martintown ER engages closely with colleagues and consultants to manage community emergency medicine effectively. Physicians in this role can expect to work within a network that promotes clinical excellence and career development. The role offers opportunities not just for immediate clinical impact but also for leadership growth, supported by Sound Physicians' leadership development programs. If you are an emergency medicine physician seeking to join a supportive, innovative, and community-focused practice, this position in North Augusta with Sound Physicians offers a meaningful and rewarding career path.