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SAFEGUARDING THE FUTURES OF PHYSICIANS

USACS. Caring for those who care for patients.

Why USACS?

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Safeguarding the Futures of Physicians

Practicing medicine today brings increasing complexity, pressure, and responsibility. As Physicians, we are inherently driven to provide the best possible care to the patients and communities we serve, yet there are responsibilities and requirements intertwined within our daily practice that force our attention away from the bedside.

At US Acute Care Solutions (USACS), a practice dedicated to Physicians, we alleviate the outside stress and place you at the top of our priorities. Our goal is to relieve you of the taxing, non-clinical demands that take time and energy away from what truly brought you to pursuing a career in medicine—caring for patients.

When you join our practice, you can expect to experience unmatched support and services that mirror our commitment to your success. No matter what you’re looking for in a career, we have you covered. Our clinical settings span from Level I Trauma Centers in the heart of major metropolises to rural community hospitals. We offer evidence-based clinical support tools, a leading benefits package, in-house medical malpractice guidance, personalized concierge services, and superior professional development opportunities. Every box is checked to ensure your decision to join us is met with confidence.

As a Physician-centric group, we ultimately exist to safeguard your future. Our autonomy allows us to tailor our practice to meet our needs, further reinforcing our ability to help you build the career of your dreams.

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J.Chika Onabiyi, MD Austin Wellock, MD Jonathan Oskvarek, MD
Emergency Physicians
"We at USACS are dedicated to building a practice that places you at the forefront of every decision we make. We’re committed to supporting you not just in your career, but in your life, making sure you feel valued, heard, and empowered every step of the way."
Amer Aldeen
Amer Aldeen, MD, FACEP, FAAEM Chief Medical Officer, Chief Transformation Officer

Joining USACS Means

Belonging to a group with national reach and scale who is focused on building an enduring Physician support system. Our dedication has led to strong partnerships with the best health systems in the country and a commitment to never-ending improvement in our work as Clinicians.

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Our Mission

Patient-centered care is at the forefront of everything we do. Our mission, to care for patients, is where USACS began, and it’s where we begin each day. We put our heart into everything we do. We’re Acute Care Clinicians dedicated to the very best patient experience and outcome. 

Our Culture

We can define our culture in one word: support. We care for one another just as we care for our patients—and it shows. There are no limits when it comes to providing you with the resources you need to excel. Our legendary camaraderie empowers us to make life better at the bedside and build exceptional teams. 

Sharon Klapec
Sharon Klapec, MD
Emergency Physician

Our Values

By living our core values, Servant’s Heart and Owner’s Mind, we empower you to practice confidently and build a career that lasts.

Servant's Heart.

Be All In

We show up, do the right thing, and have grit. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence. 

Owner's Mind.

Think Big

We keep a growth mindset. We are unafraid to challenge convention, innovate, and be better. 

Solve Together

We welcome every voice and respect every role. No matter what, we’ve got each other’s backs. 

Be Bold

We trust our people to do the right thing and empower them to make decisions on the frontline. 

Make a Difference

Every action, decision, and moment of care is a chance to impact a patient’s life.

Play the Long Game

We are relentless in building an enduring practice that is owned and led by Clinicians—for the next 10 years and beyond. 

Clinician Benefits

At the Bedside and in Life — We Stick Together

At USACS, your unwavering dedication to patient care is met with our commitment to your well-being. Through our industry-leading benefits package and unparalleled paths of opportunity for growth, your success is our priority, and we provide the support you need to thrive. Even when you make a career change, one that may take you to a new site in a different state, we’ll make sure you are supported through the transition and set up for success, no matter the circumstances.

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Neha Shiveshvarkar, DO
Emergency Physician

Meeting Your Needs

We Have Your Back

At USACS, protection isn’t a perk. It’s the very foundation for why we exist. We use our national scale and bargaining power to provide you with incredible malpractice support, alongside our very own Litigation Stress Support Team. In fact, our malpractice plus risk management and internal continuing education have resulted in our Clinicians being sued less than half as often as the national average. Most importantly, no one in our group has to face a lawsuit alone. We do it together.

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Practice-Funded 401(k) 

Whether you are a graduating Resident eager to save for your future or a seasoned Physician looking to secure your retirement plans, our investment in you goes beyond your years of practice from day one. We provide an industry-leading practice-funded 401(k) up to $25,200 to set you up for long-term growth, success, and security, regardless of your contribution.

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Paid Parental Leave

As you build the family you’ve always dreamed of, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Our paid parental leave policy is unlike any other in the industry and is available to all parents, regardless of their circumstances. 

Annual Tax-Free CME/BEA

We all have a stake in your development as a Physician, so CME and BEA are on us. Receive $4,000 annually tax-free to support your continuing education. Graduating Residents and Fellows also receive an additional $4,000 in their first year with USACS for boards and related expenses, including your DEA and state license fee(s). That’s $8,000 tax-free for new Attendings.


Student Loan Refinancing

You may get a signing bonus with some groups or sites, but we know even that won’t cover it. We’re committed to helping you pay off student loans as quickly and cheaply as possible.


But Wait, There's More

Because we own our practice, we get to make the rules. We know what you want and our benefits reflect that accordingly:

  • Highly competitive compensation package
    • Options for W-2 or 1099 based on location
  • Unmatched medical malpractice with tail and litigation support
  • Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and Rx coverage
  • Leadership development and clinical training opportunities unique to USACS
  • Location flexibility and career stability of a national group 

*All benefits are reviewed annually and changes may apply.

The Perks

Paid Parental Leave - Your Family Is Our Family

Within our practice, family comes first. We are committed to making USACS the employer of choice for both you and your family. Our paid parental leave policy is just one of the many industry-leading policies we’ve implemented to earn that title. When a Physician in our group is having a child, the rest of us rally around to ensure they receive the financial support and time they need to recover and adjust alongside their growing family. The policy is among the most generous not just in acute care, but in all of healthcare. It applies to all new parents, including birth mothers as well as fathers, partners, spouses, adoptive, or surrogate parents. We take care of you like family so you can take care of yours.

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"I am so proud to work for a group that exhibits its respect for wellness and family through its paid parental leave policy. The postpartum period is a crucial time of self-healing, as well as bonding and caring for the new life brought into this world. USACS not only understands this, they honor it. That is priceless."
Joyce Soler
Joyce Soler, DO Emergency Physician Nocturnist

Meeting Your Needs Every Step of the Way

Career-Long Site Flexibility

Giving you the opportunity to explore new roles and practice environments at any time during your career is the high level of flexibility we strive to provide. Our partner locations nationwide cover the full spectrum: urban trauma centers, rural freestanding EDs, academic hospitals, low-acuity community hospitals, and everything in between. Best of all, enjoy the simplicity of a career shift without the stress of starting from square one.

Your USACS Career on the Go

Are you ready to travel and explore new cities and states without sacrificing your career? Our Strategic Traveling Ambassador Team (STAT) offers you the unique opportunity to do the job you love and live where you choose. All travel expenses are covered, and you’ll be familiar with the systems in place no matter where you end up. Being a STAT Traveling Physician gives you the best of both worlds.

Innovating the Future of Medicine

Our commitment to innovation means you’ll have unmatched opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the nation who are experts in their field. USACS isn’t just a community-based practice, we’re invested in research and academics to provide you with the resources you need to make contributions that extend 
beyond the walls of the hospital.

An Enduring Physician Support System

We believe our differences make us stronger and gathering people with unique experiences and backgrounds around the table leads to better decision making. We value diversity of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, family status, and life experiences. Our Employee Resource Groups celebrate the diversity of our Physicians, APPs, and MSO colleagues, providing the opportunity to gather as one to drive engagement and promote community outreach.

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Merissa Weiss, MD
Emergency Physician

Advocacy in Action

The decisions made on Capitol Hill have a significant impact on healthcare policies which set the standards across all medical specialties. At USACS, we don’t just sit back and observe, we take a front-row seat to raise our concerns and provide invaluable insights. Our Political Action Committee (PAC) works diligently to address ongoing concerns like boarding solutions, patient safety, and fair reimbursement, ensuring your voice is heard. Together, we speak louder.

Student Loan Counseling Services

USACS has partnered with Navigate, a company specializing in student debt repayment for Physicians. Navigate assigns you an expert student loan guide to work with, tailoring conversations to address your specific needs. From income-driven repayment plans to private refinancing or identifying loan servicing company errors, Navigate ensures you can confidently tackle the complex world of student loan repayment.

A Second Opinion. One Call Away. 24/7/365

At USACS, you are never alone in managing a potentially risky situation. The USACS FailSafe program provides you with 24/7 phone access to experienced senior Physicians, ready and willing to offer advice anytime it’s needed. This hotline receives at least 1,000 phone calls each year, giving those making life-or-death decisions the wisdom and confidence to move forward. 

Clinical Management Tools (CMTs)

We equip you with enhanced decision support at your immediate disposal. USACS CMTs distill current medical literature into one-page flow diagrams for high-risk scenarios. They are modeled after open-source scoring systems and provide a method of conducting a detailed history and physical exam. CMTs are used by our Clinicians at least 100,000 times annually, offering evidence-based pathways to act decisively. 

Supporting Your Financial Wellness

USACS has partnered with SageView Advisory Group, a company that delivers unbiased financial coaching services. Through a one-on-one coaching session with a dedicated financial coach/wealth advisor, SageView addresses key financial wellness factors such as managing expenses and debt, investment portfolio allocation, 401(k) contribution analysis, and more, to lead you on the path to financial empowerment.

100% Paid Military Leave - Serving Those Who Serve Our Country

USACS proudly supports the Reserve and National Guard military with a 100% paid military leave policy that sets the standard in healthcare. When you are acting in service of our country, we will keep you and your family whole. We also provide a robust support infrastructure for service members pre- and post-deployment. 

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Guiding You To Financial Freedom

On average, medical students leave school with over $230,000 in loans. Being a Physician-centric group, we understand the pressures of loan repayment and are committed to helping you reduce that debt down to zero as cheaply as possible. We’ve partnered with our preferred bank to offer best-in-class student loan refinancing*. By refinancing your student loans with us, you could save at least $100,000 in interest payments. Regardless of how much is refinanced, you also have the option to pay as little as $100/month for the remainder of residency and for six months after.

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Empowering You to Build a Fulfilling Career

Leadership & Clinical Training

At USACS, we believe education is empowerment. Staying up to date on the latest in medicine keeps you at the top of your game, and we’re here to ensure you have the resources you need to make that possible. With year-round access to the best clinical education offerings and a practice-funded CME account, USACS is committed to investing in your career development and success.

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J.Chika Onabiyi, MD Austin Wellock, MD Jonathan Oskvarek, MD
Emergency Physicians

Clinician Advocates

To provide you with enhanced support, we developed our Clinician Advocate department, a unique concierge service dedicated to improving your experience. Our Clinician Advocate team members serve as resource navigators for any incoming requests you have, which allows your focus to remain on patients. Their services include hosting a one-on-one onboarding session as you prepare for your first shift, deploying personalized touchpoints throughout the year, and responding to your inbound inquiries within 24 hours.

Helping Your Career Grow

We want to see you enhance your practice and meet Continuing Medical Education requirements with ease. To achieve this, we created the Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME), a standalone organization offering you courses to enroll in throughout the year. These courses include The Heart Course, High Risk Emergency Medicine, Observation Care Conference, Emergency and Critical Care Skills Lab, and many more.

Connecting with Colleagues Nationwide

Held in a new city each year, our annual USACS Assembly is open to every Clinician in our group. This multi-day event is critical for uniting our group around best practices and ensuring common vision and goals. The schedule includes leadership meetings, updates on the business side of medicine, and our progress as a group, as well as clinical education from our outstanding educators. Assembly also presents the opportunity to interact with leadership and provide site-specific feedback on how we can improve collectively. Attending this much anticipated event each year is the perfect way to socialize with colleagues and see up close the fabric of our legendary culture.

"The annual USACS Assembly provides the perfect opportunity to both contribute feedback on what’s working and to ensure best practices for the entire group get filtered throughout our sites and regions."
George Mitri, MD, FACP, SFHM
George Mitri, MD, FACP, SFHM Chief of Inpatient Medicine, National Director of Clinical Recruiting

Developing Our Future Leaders

Thinking about taking your career to the next level We’re here to help set you up for long-term success in every role you pursue. The USACS Scholars Program is a one-year course designed to equip and empower our future leaders. Participants will enjoy unparalleled access to all the engaged and vibrant teams that build USACS. The curriculum covers a broad range of medical management topics dealing with personal introspection, team building, conflict resolution, and leadership skills. Over 70% of graduates have served as a Site Medical Director and over 90% have served in an administrative role at USACS.

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Supporting Our Physician-Led, Evidence-Based Medicine Practices

As a practice founded by several partner groups from around the country, we understand there is often wide variability in the use and uptake of evidence-based guidelines for patient care. In some cases, two patients, each with the same complaints and risk factors, may receive completely different treatments depending on which hospital they walk into. That’s why we created the National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB), which is 100% led by and comprised of Clinicians. The NCGB is tasked with all clinical governance issues throughout the practice, including establishing and disseminating evidence-based clinical guidelines, monitoring and assessing clinical outcomes, and developing programs to improve the patient experience. Together, we can have a national impact on improving the quality of care.

Improving Your Clinical Efficiency

The USACS Efficiency Academy aims to enhance your efficiency skill set. The course focuses on improving your clinical workflow, helping you learn to run your department—instead of letting your department run you. The goal of the Academy is to show you how to work smarter, not harder. The course also reviews strategies to carve out time during your shift to document and perform procedures. Results of the course show sustained increases in productivity and shift satisfaction.

"I can say without question that I grew more during my first few years as an Attending than in the years before as a Resident – all thanks to USACS leadership and development programs."
Joseph Ponce
Joseph Ponce, MD Emergency Physician

Your Future Starts Here

Join a group of passionate Clinicians dedicated to building an enduring Physician support system. Healthcare continues to change, and we are leading the way with a model designed for the long run. As part of our group, you’ll have unparalleled resources, outstanding benefits, and exemplary leadership—and be part of a unique culture built on shared commitment and camaraderie. But more than anything, you’ll have a career that evolves alongside you in every stage of life, both personally and professionally. At USACS, you never have to worry where you belong.

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Find Out Why We Are a Great Fit

Contact a recruiter for an informative discussion and to answer any questions you may have. You owe it to yourself to look into the leading Physician-centric practice in the country.

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Austin Wellock, MD Emergency Physician