PRN Emergency Medicine Physician role near Grand Rapids, MI. Flexible shifts, full-scope ER practice, and meaningful care in a critical access hospital.

Emergency Medicine Physician (MD/DO) – PRN – Emergency Department – Sheridan, MI

Location: 301 N. Main St., Sheridan, MI 48884 (easy commute from Grand Rapids Metro and Lansing)
Organization: Sheridan Community Hospital
Department: Emergency Department
Schedule: PRN (flexible shifts based on availability)
Employment Type: PRN / As-Needed

Practice Emergency Medicine with Purpose and Autonomy

Sheridan Community Hospital is seeking a PRN Emergency Room Physician (MD/DO) to join our patient-centered Emergency Department team.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive emergency care in a critical access hospital, where your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and patient relationships have a direct and meaningful impact.

About Sheridan Community Hospital

Sheridan Community Hospital is a vital healthcare resource in our rural community, delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Our team values collaboration, trust, and a commitment to excellence in every patient interaction.

A Location That Works for You

Enjoy the benefit of a manageable commute and better work-life balance:

• Approximately 45 minutes from Grand Rapids Metro
• Approximately 60 minutes from Lansing, MI
• Less congestion and stress compared to large urban ER environments
• A close-knit community where your work is valued and visible

Many providers choose SCH for a more balanced pace without sacrificing clinical scope.

Why Physicians Choose SCH

• Flexible PRN scheduling
• Opportunity to practice full-scope emergency medicine
• Broad procedural exposure and clinical autonomy
• Strong collaboration with nursing and clinical teams
• Meaningful impact in a rural, community-based hospital
• Less administrative burden than large health systems

Emergency Room Physician Responsibilities

• Evaluate, triage, assess, and treat patients presenting with acute and emergent conditions
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and gather detailed patient histories
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic imaging studies
• Provide emergency and critical care treatment, including stabilization and resuscitation
• Manage patient disposition including admission, transfer, or discharge
• Perform procedures including:
  • Laceration repair, wound care
  • Splinting and fracture stabilization
  • Incision and drainage
  • Procedural sedation and regional anesthesia
  • Lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, arthrocentesis
  • Airway management, venous and arterial access
• Administer medications and develop treatment plans
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment, and follow-up care
• Document patient encounters accurately in accordance with regulatory standards
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental activities
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) required
• Completion of an accredited residency program (minimum 3 years)
• Active Michigan medical license required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work in a high-acuity environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

What Makes This Role Unique

• Practice the full scope of emergency medicine in a critical access hospital
• Work in an environment where provider autonomy and decision-making matter
• Develop meaningful connections with patients and staff
• Balanced patient volume compared to large metropolitan ERs
• Be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and patient-centered care

What to Expect

This PRN role offers flexible scheduling to support Emergency Department coverage needs. Physicians should be comfortable managing a wide range of medical and surgical emergencies and adapting to varying patient volumes.

Apply Today

Join a team committed to compassion, clinical excellence, and community-centered care. Apply today to practice Emergency Medicine at Sheridan Community Hospital.