To prospective teammates,
I'm the systems medical director for Sound's emergency medicine practice at Memorial Health University Medical Center in coastal Savannah, Georgia. I welcome interest from Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners interested in a nocturnist role. As you consider options, I want to share more about it, specifically about our people, practice, and purpose.
People
- We are an established team of 25 physicians and 17 advanced practice providers (APPs).
- Our team places a high value on stability, fostering a close-knit environment both in and outside the workplace. An exceptional testament to our cohesion is our 20-year streak without the need for locum assistance, showcasing our team s consistent reliability and dedication.
- My leadership style embodies the principles of a servant leader, prioritizing providing essential resources and support to empower the team.
- Our team joined Sound because of the family-like atmosphere and the culture of inclusivity.
Practice
- Nocturnist schedule, 7 pm to 7 am, approximately 14 shifts per month.
- Memorial Health University Medical Center is a level I trauma center, regional referral center, comprehensive stroke, and STEMI center.
- We have nearly every subspecialty within the hospital, making it rare to transfer patients elsewhere.
- Our APPs are employed and offered comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability, 401k with match, paid medical malpractice and tail coverage, and annual CME allowance.
Purpose
- We put patients first. Always.
- Our team s dedication to the community is exemplified through active involvement in outreach and volunteering initiatives, such as Light the Night at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, local sports team support, Humane Society, and Habitat for Humanity, showcasing our commitment to making a positive impact beyond our workplace.
- We are actively involved in several hospital committees, including bioethics, quality improvement, trauma, sepsis, stroke, and cardiology process improvement, which significantly strengthens our connections with specialists, hospital staff, and administration.
Savannah, Georgia, is a great place to live due to its enchanting historic charm, lined with cobblestone streets and moss-draped oaks. The city offers a rich cultural scene, Southern hospitality, and a thriving culinary landscape, all set against the backdrop of picturesque squares and the scenic Savannah River, making it a uniquely welcoming and aesthetically pleasing place to call home. Experience coastal living at its finest, where you can savor boating, fishing, golfing, and the allure of our charming downtown.
To learn more, please get in touch with my recruiting partner, who will put you in touch with me.
Katie Dean, MD
