Medicine
Emergency Medicine Physician career guide
Emergency Medicine Physicians work in medicine settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on resuscitation, triage, procedural sedation, with pay typically ranging from $45,000 to $400,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Emergency Medicine Physicians earn approximately $45,000–$400,000 per year with very high global demand. Entry typically requires medical degree plus em residency, plus registration with bodies such as GMC, ABEM.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Medicine |
| Education | Medical degree plus EM residency |
| Certifications | FRCEM, ATLS, Board certification |
| Regulators | GMC, ABEM |
| Salary range (USD) | $45,000 – $400,000 |
| Demand | Very high |
Core skills
- Resuscitation
- Triage
- Procedural sedation
Career progression
- 1EM Trainee
- 2Consultant in Emergency Medicine
Specialty
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