Physician - Emergency Medicine Jobs in Hawaii
Physician - Emergency Medicine jobs in Hawaii are in steady demand, concentrated in hospital-based emergency departments across the state's public and private health systems, with openings at every level from early-career attending to seasoned medical director. Most hiring activity centers on Honolulu, Hilo, and Kailua-Kona, where systems like Hawaii Pacific Health, The Queen's Health Systems, and Adventist Health Castle maintain active emergency staffing needs. The highest demand is in critical emergency care, trauma response, and rural emergency coverage across the neighbor islands. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Effective Date: 09/23
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for daily operations of the nursing unit, and supervision and support of personnel and patients. Includes administrative duties and may include hands-on clinical duties and responsibilities. Assists in setting the standard of care in the department, consistent with the mission, vision and philosophy of the organization.
- Participates in the administrative and operational management and long-range planning of unit(s) and area(s) assigned as required.
- Serves as the manager in the absence of the department manager.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Standing, sitting, walking, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
- Frequent: static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
- Occasional: stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, lifting and carrying usual weight of one pound up to five pounds, reaching above, at and below shoulder level.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Subjected to noise/vibrations from intercoms, telephones and monitors.
- Exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases.
- Frequently works on multiple tasks and priorities at one time.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Current Hawaii State license as Registered Nurse.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Depending upon area of assignment, specialty certification/training may be required.
- Current BLS certification.
B. EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum three (3) years progressive experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care facility.
- One (1) year supervisory/leadership experience.
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Your Health. Our Legacy
Our Mission: To fulfill the intent of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV to provide in perpetuity quality health care services to improve the well-being of Native Hawaiians and all of the people of Hawai‘i.
Our Values:
Compassion guides our actions
Aloha inspires us in all that we do
Respect and understanding are essential for the dignity of all
Excellence is our quest
Effective Date: 09/23
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for daily operations of the nursing unit, and supervision and support of personnel and patients. Includes administrative duties and may include hands-on clinical duties and responsibilities. Assists in setting the standard of care in the department, consistent with the mission, vision and philosophy of the organization.
- Participates in the administrative and operational management and long-range planning of unit(s) and area(s) assigned as required.
- Serves as the manager in the absence of the department manager.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Standing, sitting, walking, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
- Frequent: static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
- Occasional: stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, lifting and carrying usual weight of one pound up to five pounds, reaching above, at and below shoulder level.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Subjected to noise/vibrations from intercoms, telephones and monitors.
- Exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases.
- Frequently works on multiple tasks and priorities at one time.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Current Hawaii State license as Registered Nurse.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Depending upon area of assignment, specialty certification/training may be required.
- Current BLS certification.
B. EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum three (3) years progressive experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care facility.
- One (1) year supervisory/leadership experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
Your Health. Our Legacy
Our Mission: To fulfill the intent of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV to provide in perpetuity quality health care services to improve the well-being of Native Hawaiians and all of the people of Hawai‘i.
Our Values:
Compassion guides our actions
Aloha inspires us in all that we do
Respect and understanding are essential for the dignity of all
Excellence is our quest
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What Hawaii Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physician - emergency medicine jobs across Hawaii.
- Active Hawaii medical license issued by the Hawaii Medical Board
- Board certification or active board eligibility in emergency medicine required
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited emergency medicine residency program
- Current ACLS, BLS, and ATLS certifications required at time of hire
- DEA registration valid in Hawaii for controlled substance prescribing
- Experience with high-acuity, high-volume emergency department patient populations
Physician - Emergency Medicine Jobs in Hawaii: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physician - emergency medicine in Hawaii?
You must hold an unrestricted medical license issued by the Hawaii 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. The Hawaii Medical Board handles all applications for licensure, and applicants must also obtain a separate Hawaii state controlled substance registration through the Department of Public Safety, Narcotics Enforcement Division, before prescribing.
Which companies hire physician - emergency medicines in Hawaii?
Employers hiring physician - emergency medicines in Hawaii right now include The Queen's Medical Center, Voyage Health, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hawaii's relatively small number of major health systems means a concentrated set of employers accounts for a large share of all emergency medicine openings across the islands.
Which Hawaii cities have the most physician - emergency medicine jobs?
Honolulu, Kealakekua, and Hilo have the most physician - emergency medicine openings in Hawaii. Honolulu drives the largest share of demand given its size and density of hospital infrastructure, while Hilo and Kailua-Kona reflect the critical need for emergency coverage on the Big Island, where facilities like Hilo Medical Center and North Hawaii Community Hospital serve large rural catchment areas.
Are there remote physician - emergency medicine jobs in Hawaii?
Yes, but they're rare. Emergency medicine is a hands-on, in-person specialty by nature, so the vast majority of positions require physical presence in the emergency department. About 33% of physician - emergency medicine openings tied to Hawaii are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be in telemedicine triage, medical direction, or utilization review roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a physician - emergency medicine in Hawaii with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your emergency medicine residency and applying directly to Hawaii's major health systems as a new attending, since systems like Hawaii Pacific Health and The Queen's Health Systems regularly onboard residency graduates. Locum tenens assignments through Hawaii hospitals are another concrete first step, offering early attending experience before a permanent role. Holding an active Hawaii Medical Board license and ATLS certification before your search gives you a meaningful edge in a competitive, credentialed market.
Where can I find and apply to physician - emergency medicine jobs in Hawaii?
You can find and apply to physician - emergency medicine jobs in Hawaii on Migrate Mate, which lists current Hawaii openings across hospitals and health systems statewide. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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