Emergency Medicine Careers
Emergency Medicine Medical Director (National Travel Team)
Phoenix, Arizona
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: Experienced; Medical Director
- Shift: Day; Night; Swing
- Travel: Yes
Emergency Medicine Medical Director (National Travel Team)
Phoenix, Arizona
Job ID:
JOB-001342
Category:
Emergency Medicine
Discover your next career destination as a Medical Director-Ambassador Travel Team at Sound
Sound Physicians is a physician-founded and led, patient-first medical group grounded in one belief: better support for clinicians leads to better care for patients. Our emergency medicine teams are empowered to lead care locally with the backing of a strong national network committed to clinical excellence, intentional leadership development, and collaborative partnership. Here, you’ll practice alongside care teams that work seamlessly across Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, and Critical Care—creating smoother transitions, stronger accountability, and better outcomes for the communities we serve.
If you’re looking for a place where your clinical judgment is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to talk.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our team of elite travel emergency medicine physicians and APPs, where excellence in medical practice is a shared commitment.
- Our group brings together professionals from all over the USA, creating a rich collaborative environment.
- Accountable, on-site leadership: a local medical director who knows the community and owns the department's performance, supported by Sound's leadership-development tools.
- Stable, well-staffed teams: cohesive teams aligned on our patient-first culture of excellence, which means less reliance on premium temp labor and more predictable shifts.
Qualifications:
- Board-certified/eligible in emergency medicine.
- ABEM or AOBEM eligible/certified.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- Enjoy the convenience of block scheduling, allowing for a better work-life balance.
- Shift lengths vary between 10 and 12 hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ability to flex in and out of medical director duties as needed to support the leadership needs of the team.
- Collaborate with fellow clinicians, taking on leadership opportunities to develop new team models and mentor new team members.
- Participate in team meetings and initiatives, driving high-quality care and advancing our mission to improve bedside care.
Work-Life Balance at Sound:
- Our flexible scheduling, which prioritizes family and outdoor activities, fosters a healthy work-life balance and promotes mutual support among colleagues.
Compensation:
- Comprehensive rewards with W2 compensation at $325 per hour and a $124,800 stipend.
Liz Baker, Director, Clinical Recruiting | ebaker@soundphysicians.com | (615) 663-5626
Our values in action
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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.
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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.
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Accountability:
You take ownership of every moment—leading clinical strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across fast-paced emergency departments.
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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
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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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.
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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.
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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
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“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
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
Emergency Medicine
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