Emergency Medicine Physician – The Bronx, Ny

To prospective team members,

I am the medical director of Montefiore Westchester Square in The Bronx, NYC, and have proudly been a part of Sound Physicians for two years. I extend a warm welcome to physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) who seek new opportunities or are embarking on a career change. Allow me to provide you with insights into our organization, focusing on our dedicated people, our clinical practice, and our unwavering purpose as you contemplate your next steps:

People

• We are a closely-knit, established team of eight physicians and seven advanced practice providers operating between Mount Vernon and Westchester Square.
• Our group comes from various areas in the Tri-state Area -NYC, NJ, and Hudson Valley.
• I am involved in all medical staff meetings and committees.

Practice

• Thrive in New York’s first free-standing emergency department.
• Cater to a diverse patient population with a low-volume ED with high acuity directly, providing a dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Single physician coverage ensures a focused and independent approach to medical decision-making and treatment provision.
• We maintain strong connections through team meetings bi-monthly.
• Recognizing the importance of family and spending time outdoors, we offer a flexible schedule. We’re always there to support each other when covering shifts.
• Benefits include 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.
• A focus on growth and development is a key feature of Sound, where teammates can expand their careers here locally and within the broader medical group.
• We’re a community-minded team and encourage our team members who want to contribute in and out of the hospital to help make our local community thrive.

The Bronx offers rich cultural diversity, vibrant neighborhoods, and access to beautiful parks like the Bronx Zoo and the New York Botanical Garden, making it an appealing place to live for many.

To learn more, please reach out to my recruiting partner, who will put you in touch with me.

Max Lazarus, MD
Medical Director | Montefiore Westchester Square