Emergency Medicine Physician - Hilo & Kona, Hawaii
Reported by 36 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Overview
- Location
- Hilo, Hawaii
- SalaryDr Signal range
- $380k – $457k
- Practice
- Emergency Department · Community Hospital and High-Volume Medical Center
36 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
Role summary
A BC/BE Emergency Medicine physician is sought for full-time positions at Hilo or Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii with an independent, physician-owned EM group offering a partnership track, productivity-based compensation, and a significant sign-on bonus. The group has academic affiliations with the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine including EM residency teaching, and serves both low-volume community hospitals and high-volume medical centers.
What the posting highlights
- Independent, physician-owned group covering Hilo and Kona locations on the Big Island of Hawaii
- Care setting: Emergency Department (mixed acuity)
- Patient population: General emergency department population across community and higher-acuity settings
- Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.
Compensation
- What physicians report
- $380k – $457k
- Pay context
- SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
- Report sample
- 36 recent physician reports · region cohort
- Compensation basis
- Estimated total compensation
- PTO
- 6 weeks
This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 36 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.
Employer
EMrecruits
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Emergency Department
- Facility type
- Community Hospital and High-Volume Medical Center
- Patient population
- General emergency department population across community and higher-acuity settings
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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- How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
- What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
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Work Design
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Emergency Department (mixed acuity)
- Coverage model
- Independent, physician-owned group covering Hilo and Kona locations on the Big Island of Hawaii
- Admin burden
- Robust data analytics and risk management participation implied; governance participation as part of partnership track
- FTE
- 1
- Teaching
- Yes
- Research
- No
- Supervises APPs
- No
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Aggregated (ym_careers)
- Salary label
- SalaryDr Signal
- First seen
- 3 mo ago
- Last verified
- today
- Extraction confidence
- 62%
Full description
Employment Type: Full-Time
Organization: Independent, Physician-Owned Emergency Medicine Group
About the Opportunity
We are actively recruiting BC/BE Emergency Medicine physicians who are ready to advance their careers while experiencing the unmatched lifestyle of Hilo or Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. This opportunity offers true partnership, financial stability, and the ability to live and practice medicine in one of the most beautiful locations in the world.
Why Join Our Group
- Democratic, Physician-Owned Organization - no corporate investors; every voice matters
- True Partnership Track - invest in your future with long-term equity and governance participation
- Diverse Practice Settings - from low-volume community hospitals to high-volume medical centers
- Commitment to Quality - robust data analytics, risk management, and evidence-based protocols
- Academic & Community Engagement - affiliations with the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, EM residency teaching, and opportunities in hyperbaric & dive medicine
Compensation & Benefits
- Highly Competitive, Productivity-Based Compensation and Significant Sign-On Bonus
- Substantial Annual Retirement Contributions - build lasting financial security
- 6 Weeks of Blocked Vacation Time Annually
- 100% Paid Family Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
- 100% Paid Malpractice with Tail Coverage, Paid CME, ACEP Dues, Licensing, and Credentialing Fees
- 100% Paid Long-Term Disability Stipend and Group Policy
- Top 5 State Student Loan Repayment Program (for eligible applicants)
Lifestyle & Location - The Big Island of Hawaii
Experience a lifestyle that few places in the world can match. Living and working on the Big Island means combining a rewarding Emergency Medicine career with daily access to outdoor adventure and natural beauty.
- Outdoor Adventure: Explore black-sand beaches, lush rainforests, waterfalls, and active volcanoes.
- Ocean & Mountain Life: Surf, dive, kayak, or climb snow-capped Mauna Kea-all in one day.
- Island Culture: Welcoming communities, local traditions, and farm-to-table cuisine.
- Climate & Convenience: Year-round sunshine, no state income tax, and short commutes.
- Family-Friendly: Safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and strong community ties.
Whether you choose the lush, cultural vibe of Hilo or the sun-soaked coastal lifestyle of Kona, you'll enjoy a close-knit medical community that values both clinical excellence and personal balance.
Qualifications
- MD or DO with ABEM or AOBEM Certification / Eligibility
- Current ATLS, ACLS, and PALS certification
- Eligible for or currently holding a Hawaii medical license
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Dedication to clinical excellence and teamwork
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This position offers the rare combination of partnership, autonomy, and island lifestyle. You'll join a group that has remained independent, democratic, and physician-governed for over five decades-proving that emergency medicine can still be practiced with both purpose and balance.
Apply Today
We are actively scheduling confidential interviews and welcome the opportunity to discuss how you can join our independent, physician-led group.
Contact: James Leising - 682-500-8604 jleising@emrecruits.com
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