Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Emory University Hospital Midtown is seeking a dynamic physician leader for the Emergency Medicine Department Director position. This vital role is responsible for overseeing the largest emergency department in the Emory Healthcare System and guiding the department through a period of tremendous growth.  

About Emory University Hospital Midtown (EUHM)

• EUHM is one of the nation's leading community-based, acute care academic medical centers
• 600+ bed tertiary care teaching facility with more than 1,500 physicians across 28 specialties
• Ranks 9^th best hospital in GA (US News), and achieved Magnet Recognition in 2025
• Emory University hosts the largest Emergency Medicine residency in GA with rotations through EUHM, and received the 2023 Society of Academic Emergency Medicine’s Outstanding Department Award for Excellence and Innovation in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Emory University is also home to the distinguished Administrative Fellowship in Emergency Medicine - where innovation, operations, and executive insight converge

Opportunity Highlights

• Step into a high-impact clinical leadership role in a nationally reputable institution with up to 50% administrative time, and the opportunity to participate in medical education in areas of interest
• Lead a team of 50+ Emergency Medicine Physicians through a period of significant growth as they care for more than 85,000 patient visits annually
• Focus on the development and implementation of innovative departmental processes for short- and long-term quality improvement initiatives
• The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a high-volume setting, and will possess outstanding clinical, technical, academic, and interpersonal skills.

Community Details

• Atlanta has an overall grade of A and is one of the Best Places to live in Georgia, a Best City for Young Professionals in America, and one of the Healthiest Cities in America (Niche)
• Experience the vibrant city life and peaceful suburban living of Metro Atlanta, with a lower cost of living than many major US cities, and many unique and charming neighborhoods to choose from
• There are excellent primary school options, and highly competitive colleges and universities
• The city offers first-class amenities for everyone, including the world's busiest international airport, incredible dining and shopping options, arts and cultural attractions, and sporting events
• Often called “the city in the forest,” Atlanta offers an abundance of outdoor recreation in the gorgeous surrounding scenery

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.     

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. 

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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