Emergency Medicine Careers

Emergency Medicine Fellow

Sierra Vista, Arizona

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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; Night; Swing
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000501

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Emergency Medicine

Join Our Sierra Vista, Arizona Team as an Emergency Medicine Physician – A Role Designed for You

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Sierra Vista, Arizona – better care, bettercollaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

Local Team Collaboration:

Join our close-knit team of eight physicians and five advanced practice clinicians at Canyon Vista Medical Center.
Work alongside a diverse group of clinicians who bring a variety of geographic, educational, and training backgrounds to our team. Our nurse practitioners practice to the top of their scope, with support from attending physicians when needed.
Teamwork is at the heart of our culture, with colleagues always ready to lend a hand during procedures or shift changes.
Many team members actively participate in hospital committees, such as the medical executive committee, and lead initiatives to improve patient care and update order sets.
We are a family-oriented group committed to your wellness and combating burnout. We value work-life balance and provide regular opportunities for engagement and feedback through monthly remote and in-person meetings.

Qualifications:

Board-certified in emergency medicine or family medicine with emergency medicine experience.
Ability to manage various emergency cases in a dynamic, high-volume environment.
J1 candidates invited to apply; access to Sound’s in-house visa specialists as well as our licensing and credentialing experts; all required filing fees for the visa are paid and services covered.
Accepting new graduates, residents, and fellows.

Flexible Scheduling:

12 hour shifts.
We’re always there to support each other when covering shifts.
Full-time employment is 120 hours per month.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide care in a smaller, community-based hospital with a level III trauma designation.
Annual ED visits 40,000.
Manage a variety of emergency cases, including triage and fast-track patients.
Collaborate closely with Sound’s hospital medicine team to ensure a seamless transition of care.
Work within a multidisciplinary environment supported by 24/7 specialty coverage, including cardiology with a cath lab, general surgery, obstetrics, orthopedics with spine care, neurology (with telestroke support), psychiatry (with an on-site inpatient behavioral health unit), oncology, and nephrology with dialysis capabilities in the ICU.

Living and Working in Sierra Vista:

Sierra Vista, located an hour southeast of Tucson and nestled among scenic mountains, offers an easy commute to Phoenix. Due to nearby Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista has a significant military and veteran population. It is renowned for its friendly and welcoming community and is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Our guiding principle is a patient-first approach; ensuring the well-being of our patients is always our top priority.
As a community-minded team, we are passionate about positively impacting both inside and outside the hospital. Our clinicians take pride in serving the local, diverse population, including underserved groups, and fostering a thriving community.
We value additions to our team who have a passion for leadership and a commitment to enhancing community health.

Rewards and Compensation:

Compensation: Competitive compensation and excellent total rewards package.
Benefits: Paid malpractice insurance.

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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