Emergency Medicine Medical Director/Department Chair - Nags Head, North Carolina

Emergency Medicine Medical Director / Department Chair Nags Head, North Carolina We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician to serve as Medical Director / Department Chair for a hospital-based Emergency Department in Nags Head, North Carolina. This leadership opportunity combines clinical practice with administrative and strategic oversight of emergency medicine services. The Medical Director/Department Chair will provide clinical leadership, oversee quality and operational initiatives, support physician and APP performance, and collaborate with hospital leadership to ensure high-quality, efficient emergency care. Responsibilities - Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the Emergency Department - Oversee quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives - Lead physician and APP recruitment, onboarding, and performance management - Collaborate with hospital administration on departmental operations and strategic planning - Develop and implement clinical protocols and best practices - Maintain an active clinical practice in emergency medicine - Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and patient-centered care This opportunity offers a leadership role in a coastal community, the ability to shape emergency services, and a collaborative hospital environment. Requirements Qualifications - MD or DO - Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine - Eligible for North Carolina medical licensure - Prior leadership experience in emergency medicine preferred - Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills