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United Health Services
Johnson City, New York

Emergency Medicine Physician - Wilson Medical Center

Emergency MedicineIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$475k-$522k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Position Overview

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join our newly designed Emergency Medicine Department. Ideal candidates will be trained in Emergency Medicine or certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM).

Primary Department, Division, or Unit

We offer:

  • Competitive starting salary ranging from $475,000 to $522,000
  • Generous sign-on bonus, annual quality incentives, and relocation assistance
  • Full benefits package including paid time off, a robust retirement plan with employer matching options

About the Opportunity

UHS is a teaching hospital system that includes:

  • UHS Wilson Medical Center – a Level II Trauma Center and designated Stroke Center
  • UHS Binghamton General Hospital – a full-service facility that houses a designated Crisis Center

Together, these facilities manage approximately 75,000 annual ED visits.

About the Community

Located in Binghamton, NY, our region offers a blend of small-town charm and urban convenience. Just 2.5 hours north of New York City and 1 hour south of Syracuse, Binghamton is a vibrant, family-friendly college town known for:

  • Affordable, safe neighborhoods
  • Nearby lakes, ski resorts, and golf courses
  • Rich cultural amenities including wineries, a symphony orchestra, and an opera company

About United Health Services

Formed in 1981 through the merger of three community hospitals, UHS now employs over 6,000 professionals. As a teaching hospital affiliated with both SUNY Upstate Medical University and Binghamton University Health Sciences Center, UHS trains more than 100 physicians annually through its residency and fellowship programs.

At UHS, we are deeply rooted in our community values. We are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that reflects the expectations and diversity of the people we serve.

For More Information, Please Reach Out To

  • Rose Odom, UHS Provider Recruiter
  • Rose.Odom@nyuhs.org
  • 607-206-9115

Why You’ll Love Working at UHS

At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.

Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.

Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.

Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at uhsinc.com.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide high-quality emergency medical care within the UHS Wilson Medical Center Emergency Department. They will also participate in the teaching hospital environment, contributing to the training of residents and fellows.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine. Certification by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Trauma careStroke careClinical patient careMedical diagnosisEmergency department management

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

In New York, the Emergency Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$360k (31 salary observations; 92 listings), vs ~$310k nationally (321 salary observations; 2,611 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 41 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 93% have no call, 71% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$499k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $462k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Emergency Medicine Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution30 jobs · 5 employers

4
$300k
0
$315k-330k
0
$330k-345k
24
$350k
2
$360k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 5 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
Sign-on bonus
3% this job
CME allowance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$1000k
#2

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Better work-life than 50% of Emergency Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,022 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Johnson City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$168k≈ 0.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,308/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Binghamton, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About United Health Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Binghamton, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
Annual quality incentives
Relocation assistance
Paid time off
Retirement plan with employer match
Health insurance
Dental
Vision