ER Physician

Summary

Clerkship Director / Assistant Program Director Language

Highland Emergency Medicine is seeking a passionate, mission-driven academic emergency physician  to join our faculty as Clerkship Director and Assistant Program Director starting Summer 2026 . This is a full-time position combining clinical care, medical student education, and residency leadership  in one of the most dynamic safety-net environments in the country.

Why Highland :

• One of the nation’s most established EM residencies (since 1980) with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Home to ultrasound and addiction medicine fellowships
• The only Level I trauma center in the East Bay and a STEMI / Stroke receiving center
• A high-acuity ED caring for more than 55,000 patients annually, providing significant exposure to trauma, resuscitation, and complex medical care.
• Nationally recognized for expertise in substance use care , point-of-care ultrasound, ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia , HIV / HCV treatment, domestic violence advocacy, and social emergency medicine
• A collaborative academic environment with multiple residency programs and eligibility for UCSF faculty appointments.

The Role :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) is required.

Required : Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine.

Required Licenses / Certifications : Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California.

Valid DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) license

Compliance with Emergency Medicine (EM) Board mandated education and training to maintain State licensure and board certification.

Pay Range : $169.66-$179.86 / Hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous, comprehensive benefits program.

Alameda Health Medical Group (AHMG)

AHMG Emergency Medicine

Full Time

Varies

Physicians & Dentists

FTE : 1