Primary Care Physician (MD/DO), ER

Job Description

Permanent Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)

Hospital Setting Redfield, South Dakota

Compensation: $300,000–$350,000 annually + additional compensation for extra ER coverage

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

Position Summary

Blue United Sourcing is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join a locally governed, mission-driven Critical Access Hospital serving Redfield and the surrounding rural communities of northeastern South Dakota.

This is a rare opportunity to practice full-spectrum, relationship-based medicine—supported by experienced nursing teams, strong APP support, and approachable leadership where physician voices matter and decisions remain local.

Physicians here are known and valued community leaders, not anonymous providers. You’ll build long-term relationships—often caring for multiple generations—while enjoying a sustainable pace of practice and true professional autonomy.Why This Role

Practice in a modernized facility with strong ancillary services and continued investment in clinical systems

Local leadership that is accessible and values physician input and autonomy

Focus on quality, continuity, and community impact—not corporate volume pressure

Role designed for long-term stability, not short-term coverage

Collaborative environment working closely with another physician, experienced nursing teams, and APPs

Predictable schedule with a 4-day workweek option, low-volume call, and additional pay for extra ER coverage

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care in the outpatient clinic (preventive care, chronic disease management, acute visits)

Provide ER/ED coverage and backup, confidently managing urgent/emergent cases in a rural setting

Perform inpatient rounding and coordinate care transitions across clinic, hospital, and community settings

Collaborate with APPs (NPs/PAs), nursing, and ancillary staff to ensure safe, efficient patient care

Participate in a shared call rotation that supports predictable scheduling and team stability

Support continuity of care through nursing home rounds for established patients

Participate in limited administrative/medical staff duties including meetings, quality initiatives, and periodic medical director rotation

Build strong relationships with patients, colleagues, and the community to support long-term practice stability

RequirementsQualifications

MD or DO required (no fellowship required)

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine or a related primary care specialty

ED/ER experience or demonstrated comfort required

Prior ED practice, residency rotations, or equivalent hands-on exposure acceptable

Open to early-career physicians/new graduates with strong ER comfort and clinical confidence

Background as EMT, CNA, or similar clinical role prior to medical training is a plus

Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and ability to work independently when needed

Collaborative, low-ego team player with excellent communication skills

Comfort practicing in a rural, community-focused environment

Meditech or Epic experience preferred (training provided)

BenefitsBenefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid coverage for the physician; family coverage available

South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) pension plan with employer contribution

Paid Time Off (PTO), extended sick leave, and paid holidays

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for physician and family support

Employee healthcare discounts at Community Memorial Hospital & Redfield Clinic

Relocation assistance and transition support available

Why Redfield, South Dakota

Redfield is a welcoming rural community with a safe, family-friendly lifestyle, strong schools, and a low cost of living. Commutes are short, life moves at a healthier pace, and physicians are respected as community leaders. The impact of your care is visible and lasting—often across generations—making this an ideal place to build both a fulfilling career and a genuine sense of belonging.

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