Emergency Medicine Physician
Opportunities in Northern Nevada
Northern Nevada Medical Center | Damonte Ranch, McCarran, North Valley, Sierra & Spanish Springs
About Emergent Medical Associates (EMA)
Emergent Medical Associates (EMA) is a physician-owned, independent emergency medicine group with over 30 years of excellence serving patients across the western United States. Free from corporate ownership, EMA physicians make clinical decisions based on patient care — not outside influence. EMA currently staffs emergency departments across Nevada and beyond.
Northern Nevada Medical Center — Sparks, NV
Designation
Acute Care Hospital
Annual ED Volume
Approximately 30,000+ visits per year
Beds
108 acute care beds
Services
Emergency medicine, cardiac, surgical, orthopedics, behavioral health
System
Universal Health Services (UHS)
Location
Sparks, NV — adjacent to Reno, minutes from I-80
Northern Nevada Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital serving the rapidly growing communities of Sparks and greater Reno-Tahoe. Physicians enjoy a collaborative, patient-centered environment with strong subspecialty support, modern facilities, and a dedicated care team committed to clinical excellence.
Community Emergency Departments — Reno-Sparks Metro
Damonte Ranch
South Reno — fast-growing master-planned community, high family density
McCarran
Northwest Reno — established suburban community near commercial corridor
North Valley
North Reno/Stead area — mix of residential and rural patients
Sierra
South Meadows / Double Diamond area — upscale suburban growth corridor
Spanish Springs
Northeast Sparks — one of the fastest-growing communities in Nevada
These community emergency departments offer physicians a high-quality practice environment with breadth of clinical experience, strong work-life balance, and the satisfaction of serving diverse neighborhood populations. Each site benefits from EMA’s robust support infrastructure, shared scheduling flexibility, and physician-first culture.
About the Region — Reno-Tahoe, Nevada
The Reno-Sparks metro area is one of the most dynamic and desirable regions in the western United States. Physicians relocating to the area enjoy:
- No state income tax — one of the strongest financial advantages in the country
- World-class outdoor recreation: Lake Tahoe (30 min), skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and fishing year-round
- 320+ days of sunshine per year with four distinct seasons
- Vibrant and growing downtown Reno with acclaimed restaurants, arts, and live entertainment
- Sacramento just 2 hours away — enjoy the American River, professional sports, world-class concerts, and the best of California's capital.
- Top-rated public and private schools with excellent family amenities
- Affordable cost of living compared to California metros, with easy access to the Bay Area (3.5 hrs)
- Major airport (RNO) with direct flights to dozens of US destinations
- Rapidly expanding tech and business economy bringing new energy and opportunity to the region
Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Active Nevada medical license (or ability to obtain)
- Unrestricted DEA registration
- New graduates and experienced emergency physicians welcome
- Strong communication skills and commitment to patient-centered care
How to Apply
We invite qualified Emergency Medicine physicians to learn more about these exciting opportunities. EMA’s recruiting team is available to answer questions about practice details, scheduling, compensation, and relocation.
Website: www.ema.us Email: recruiting@ema.us
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $300.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
