Emergency Medicine Careers

Emergency Medicine Physician

Aiken, South Carolina

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Urgency. Expertise. Purpose.

In emergency medicine, every decision carries weight. Our physician teams deliver rapid, evidence-based care in high-pressure environments, bringing clinical clarity and calm to moments of uncertainty. We lead with precision, empathy, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes when time matters most.

With a national footprint and decades of experience, our emergency medicine programs are built on a foundation of operational excellence, physician leadership, and a relentless focus on patient-centered care. From urban trauma centers to community EDs, our physicians are empowered to make an immediate impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
Shift: Day
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000148

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Emergency Medicine

Join Our Emergency Medicine Team at Aiken Regional Medical Center and The ER at Sweetwater – A Role Tailored for You!

We believe in delivering exceptional care to our community in Aiken, South Carolina, and beyond—better collaboration, better patient outcomes, and a deep commitment to making a difference. If you’re an emergency medicine physician looking for an opportunity to grow professionally while becoming part of a dynamic, supportive team, we’d love to connect.

Local Team Collaboration:

Join a friendly, collaborative emergency medicine team of 16 physicians and 9 advanced practice providers (APPs).
Enjoy strong partnerships across the hospital, including a solid working relationship with Sound’s hospitalist program.
Work in a stable nursing environment with excellent support—our nurses and ED staff are experienced, engaged, and great to collaborate with.
Benefit from a team-oriented culturewhere everyone works together— mutual respect and shared goals.
ED pharmacist and ED-dedicated case manager on site to support patient care, placement, financial assistance, and follow-up needs.

Qualifications:

Board-certified/eligible in emergency medicine
Authorized to work in the United States

Scheduling:

Full-time commitment as an independent contractor requires 120 hours per month

Key Responsibilities:

Provide care at Aiken Regional Medical Center, a 273-bed community hospital with a 30-bed emergency department, certified as a chest pain and stroke center
Volume: 43K annual visits with 39 hours of daily physician coverage and 30 hours of APP coverage
Deliver emergency care at The ER at Sweetwater, a 10-bed freestanding emergency department in North Augusta, GA
Volume: 23K annual visits with 24 hours of physician coverage and 12 hours of APP coverage daily
Engage in teaching opportunities with APP students and internal/family medicine residents
Be part of a supportive, stable, and innovative team that genuinely cares about the community it serves

Living and Working in Aiken:

Enjoy the charm of Aiken, South Carolina—known for its southern hospitality, vibrant equestrian scene, and beautiful landscapes. Aiken offers a relaxed pace of life, a strong sense of community, and plenty of recreational activities. When you combine that with a workplace culture that’s uplifting, not draining—where teamwork and good relationships make a real difference.
Opportunities to collaborate closely with colleagues, consultants, and other care team members while managing all aspects of community emergency medicine

Compensation:

Flexible work schedule with independent contractor status

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a collaborative, community-focused team—and enjoy coming to work each day—we’d love to talk.

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver high-stakes care with speed and precision. We support you with tools and systems that respect your clinical judgment and elevate your ability to make life-saving decisions—because excellence is essential in every encounter.
Collaboration:

You’re part of a dynamic, team-based environment where emergency physicians lead with trust, transparency, and shared accountability—working seamlessly with nurses, specialists, and hospital partners to deliver coordinated care.
Accountability:

You take ownership of every moment—leading clinical strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across fast-paced emergency departments.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring clear thinking and calm leadership to unpredictable situations, balancing rapid decision-making with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership

Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.

Hear from our team

“Sound gives us the infrastructure and the autonomy to run a high‑performing ED—so we can focus on clinical excellence.”

Amitabh Chandra, MD
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine
“You have a voice here. Your ideas are respected, and there are real opportunities for committee work and leadership.”

David Keifer, MD
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine
“We prioritize rapid provider access and fast, safe transitions—so patients get timely, high‑quality care.”

Ian Doten, MD
Regional Medical Director, Emergency Medicine
“Sound offers all kinds of support for clinicians and medical directors—so local teams can focus on patient care.”

Justin Fu
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine