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EMA » Physicians » EM Residents
EM Residents
So there I was, a senior resident armed only with a lecture, an EMRA pamphlet, and a few words of advice, trying to find the perfect job. Should I talk to a recruiter? Should I just send my curriculum vitae to every hospital in New Jersey? Did I want a salary position or an hourly position? Should I get into research at a university hospital or practice in a small community place? I had little hair to begin with, and I was pulling it out fast! These events took place a year ago and still I remember the anxiety vividly. It is a difficult time for a budding young doctor; trying to become an efficient physician and a business savvy person at the same time. Fortunately for me I trained at Morristown Memorial Hospital, the teaching hospital for Emergency Medical Associates (EMA). As the Chief Resident, the attending encouraged me to come to their department meeting and see the behind-the-scenes workings of the emergency department (ED). I also spoke with the doctors that I considered mentors and they all said the same thing, “EMA works for the docs!” EMA is run by physicians for physicians and that ideology is reflected in our decision making process. That is one of the main reasons I signed on here. The first question you want to ask is, “In what type of hospital do I want to work?” We offer a variety of different work environments including inner city, community hospitals, large community hospitals, academic medical centers, rural hospitals, pediatric emergency departments, trauma centers, hyperbaric centers, and urgent care offices. The next question you should ask is, “Where do I want to work?” Several of our hospitals are near the Jersey shore, others are either in New York City or in close proximity. I choose to work part time in three different hospitals, which offers me plenty of variety. The truth of the matter is you’ll earn a great income no matter where you work; however, if you want to be part of a dynamic, democratic group EMA is the place to look. We see problems and work to fix them, and the incentive is that this is our practice. We don’t work for a corporation or a hospital; we aren’t just employees, we are owners, and that is a great feeling!  Choosing the right job after residency can be a daunting task. With so many groups, corporations and hospitals searching for physicians, it may be difficult to identify the best situation for you. As I was completing my residency, the process became easier when I identified specific features which were essential in an organization. I wanted an established democratic group with physicians trained and committed to Emergency Medicine. A group which provided room for the growth of my career was very important. I was searching for a dynamic setting; one in which the learning process of clinical and non-clinical aspects of Emergency Medicine could be explored. I was also eager to find a group which provided excellent compensation and benefits. EMA is a place where these essentials can be found. Established over 29 years ago, the group is rooted in democratic principles and committed to the future of Emergency Medicine. The physicians have consistently been leaders in the specialty in the academic arena as well as the business of Emergency Medicine. EMA physicians extend themselves beyond the clinical aspects of Emergency Medicine. The group not only encourages professional growth but also provides the opportunities. The compensation with EMA involves much more than a decent hourly wage to include profit sharing, partnership and a premium benefits package. The task of finding a great job is made easier when you look at these essentials. Identifying a group with these features is crucial to your future success. With EMA, it will be the start of a long and rewarding future in Emergency Medicine.
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