Physician - Emergency Medicine Jobs in Colorado
Physician - Emergency Medicine jobs in Colorado are in strong demand, with major hiring concentrated in hospital systems, trauma centers, and urgent care networks serving both dense Front Range urban populations and remote mountain communities. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora lead in volume, with large systems like UCHealth, SCL Health, and Denver Health anchoring consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include emergency ultrasound, pediatric emergency care, and wilderness or high-altitude medicine, which reflects Colorado's distinctive patient geography. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Hospital Details
- 150-bed, Acute Care hospital
- St. Francis has been named One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for 10 years in a row (2008 - 2017) by Healthgrades
- Southern Colorado's only Magnet Recognized hospital
- Emergency Medicine Physicians actively engage with all major hospital committees, including Chief of Staff, Director of Peer Review, Credentials Committee, and Quality Committee
Emergency Department
ED Volume: 44,000
- ED built in 2019
- Level III Trauma Center
- 26 main ED treatment rooms
- 44 beds, including 6 quick treatment beds
- Close proximity to all Radiology services, with bedside Ultrasound
- Flexible documentation system using templates and voice recognition
- Scribe service available
- Fully mature PA program with 15+ years of full PA integration
- ED managed Observation Unit
- Incentive-based compensation
- Epic EMR
- Recipient of the Healthgrades Emergency Medicine Excellence Award™ for three years in a row
- Ranked Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Emergency Medicine for three years in a row
- Five-Star Recipient for Emergency Medicine for three years in a row (2010-2012)
- Opportunities to teach students and residents
- Active EMS program including a helicopter EMS program and paramedic education program
Community
At the base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs is home to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the Olympic Training Center, and the U.S. Senior Open. An outdoor paradise, the city features 265 miles of park and urban trails and more than 5,000 acres of open space. Its close proximity to skiing, hiking, mountain biking, road biking, and fishing makes it an ideal community for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Colorado Springs has been recognized as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, the #1 Mountain Community by Money Magazine, and a “Best Town” by Outside Magazine.
With some of the top public school systems in the state, Colorado Springs is an excellent place to raise a family while enjoying a lifestyle centered around living, working, and playing in the mountains.
Career Details
Seeking Experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner
At USACS, you will have the opportunity to practice compassionate, attentive, and quality care with a group that invests in your growth, while valuing and rewarding your expertise.
Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners work side by side with our Physicians as clinical colleagues, with support through their own local, regional, and national APP leadership. That’s because, as the country’s leading Physician-owned acute care group, we understand how important it is to be supported in leadership by your APP colleagues to focus on what’s important: quality patient care.
Compensation
Excellent compensation with an estimated employed W-2 base pay range of $65/hour to $95/hour PLUS comprehensive USACS benefits and a 10% company-funded 401k.
Additional Information
Details
- EM Experience required
- NP's must be Certified ACNP (Acute Care Nurse Practitioners)
- Additional Benefits: Paid Sick Leave
- ATLS certification required
USACS Benefits
$33,000 Incentive Units after 2 years of employment and completion of the USACS APP Academy
401(k):
Industry-leading, practice-funded 401(k)
Continuing Education:
$2,500 annual tax-free CME/BEA ($4,500 during your first year with USACS)
Parental Leave:
Groundbreaking 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
Military Leave:
Pioneering paid leave for deployments
Insurance:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
Disability:
Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)
Malpractice Coverage:
Unmatched medical malpractice, including tail and free litigation support. USACS malpractice claims are less than 1/2 the national average!
Careers nationwide, from New York to Hawaii. Internal USACS STAT Traveling Physicians.
Clinical Guidance:
National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected USACS Physicians.
Bedside Support:
Evidence-based Clinical Management Tools (CMTs) and experienced Physicians available 24/7/365 to assist you.
Onboarding and Ongoing Support:
Dedicated Clinician Advocates for a personalized concierge-style service and the USACS Annual Assembly, open for all Clinicians to attend.
Professional Development:
Scholars (leadership training), Efficiency Academy, Provider Engagement & Patient Experience Academy, plus more.
About USACS
Hospital Details
- 150-bed, Acute Care hospital
- St. Francis has been named One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for 10 years in a row (2008 - 2017) by Healthgrades
- Southern Colorado's only Magnet Recognized hospital
- Emergency Medicine Physicians actively engage with all major hospital committees, including Chief of Staff, Director of Peer Review, Credentials Committee, and Quality Committee
Emergency Department
ED Volume: 44,000
- ED built in 2019
- Level III Trauma Center
- 26 main ED treatment rooms
- 44 beds, including 6 quick treatment beds
- Close proximity to all Radiology services, with bedside Ultrasound
- Flexible documentation system using templates and voice recognition
- Scribe service available
- Fully mature PA program with 15+ years of full PA integration
- ED managed Observation Unit
- Incentive-based compensation
- Epic EMR
- Recipient of the Healthgrades Emergency Medicine Excellence Award™ for three years in a row
- Ranked Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Emergency Medicine for three years in a row
- Five-Star Recipient for Emergency Medicine for three years in a row (2010-2012)
- Opportunities to teach students and residents
- Active EMS program including a helicopter EMS program and paramedic education program
Community
At the base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs is home to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the Olympic Training Center, and the U.S. Senior Open. An outdoor paradise, the city features 265 miles of park and urban trails and more than 5,000 acres of open space. Its close proximity to skiing, hiking, mountain biking, road biking, and fishing makes it an ideal community for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Colorado Springs has been recognized as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, the #1 Mountain Community by Money Magazine, and a “Best Town” by Outside Magazine.
With some of the top public school systems in the state, Colorado Springs is an excellent place to raise a family while enjoying a lifestyle centered around living, working, and playing in the mountains.
Career Details
Seeking Experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner
At USACS, you will have the opportunity to practice compassionate, attentive, and quality care with a group that invests in your growth, while valuing and rewarding your expertise.
Our Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners work side by side with our Physicians as clinical colleagues, with support through their own local, regional, and national APP leadership. That’s because, as the country’s leading Physician-owned acute care group, we understand how important it is to be supported in leadership by your APP colleagues to focus on what’s important: quality patient care.
Compensation
Excellent compensation with an estimated employed W-2 base pay range of $65/hour to $95/hour PLUS comprehensive USACS benefits and a 10% company-funded 401k.
Additional Information
Details
- EM Experience required
- NP's must be Certified ACNP (Acute Care Nurse Practitioners)
- Additional Benefits: Paid Sick Leave
- ATLS certification required
USACS Benefits
$33,000 Incentive Units after 2 years of employment and completion of the USACS APP Academy
401(k):
Industry-leading, practice-funded 401(k)
Continuing Education:
$2,500 annual tax-free CME/BEA ($4,500 during your first year with USACS)
Parental Leave:
Groundbreaking 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
Military Leave:
Pioneering paid leave for deployments
Insurance:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
Disability:
Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)
Malpractice Coverage:
Unmatched medical malpractice, including tail and free litigation support. USACS malpractice claims are less than 1/2 the national average!
Careers nationwide, from New York to Hawaii. Internal USACS STAT Traveling Physicians.
Clinical Guidance:
National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected USACS Physicians.
Bedside Support:
Evidence-based Clinical Management Tools (CMTs) and experienced Physicians available 24/7/365 to assist you.
Onboarding and Ongoing Support:
Dedicated Clinician Advocates for a personalized concierge-style service and the USACS Annual Assembly, open for all Clinicians to attend.
Professional Development:
Scholars (leadership training), Efficiency Academy, Provider Engagement & Patient Experience Academy, plus more.
About USACS
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physician - emergency medicine jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado medical license issued by the Colorado Medical Board required
- Board certification or active board eligibility in Emergency Medicine required
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency program required
- Current ACLS, BLS, and ATLS certifications must be maintained throughout employment
- Experience with high-acuity trauma cases preferred given Colorado Level I trauma center volume
- DEA registration and Colorado controlled substance license required for prescribing privileges
Physician - Emergency Medicine Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physician - emergency medicine in Colorado?
To work as a physician - emergency medicine in Colorado, you must hold an active license issued by the Colorado Medical Board, which requires graduation from an accredited medical school, completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency, and passage of the USMLE or COMLEX series. Board certification through ABEM or AOBEM is expected by most Colorado employers and must be maintained through ongoing recertification to remain competitive in the state's hiring market.
Which companies hire physician - emergency medicines in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring physician - emergency medicines in Colorado include US Acute Care Solutions, Vohra Wound Physicians, and DrHouse, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of large academic medical centers, regional trauma systems, and rural critical access hospitals means openings appear across a wide range of employer types throughout the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most physician - emergency medicine jobs?
Colorado Springs, Denver, and Delta have the most physician - emergency medicine openings in Colorado. Denver's concentration of Level I trauma centers and large integrated health systems drives the highest volume, while Colorado Springs and Aurora produce consistent demand through regional hospital networks and military-affiliated medical facilities serving substantial surrounding populations.
Are there remote physician - emergency medicine jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of physician - emergency medicine openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, since emergency medicine is inherently hands-on and requires physical presence in a clinical setting. The portions of the role most likely to carry remote components are telemedicine triage shifts and administrative or medical directorship duties at facilities using virtual oversight models.
How can I get hired as a physician - emergency medicine in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency and applying directly to new-graduate or first-year attending positions at Colorado systems like UCHealth or Denver Health, which regularly onboard residency completers. Locum tenens placements at Colorado's rural and critical access hospitals are also a practical way to build supervised attending experience. Obtaining your Colorado Medical Board license and ABEM board eligibility before applying significantly strengthens any entry-level candidacy.
Where can I find and apply to physician - emergency medicine jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to physician - emergency medicine jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across hospital systems, urgent care groups, and trauma centers. Search the roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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