Emergency Medicine Physicians
SOC Code: 29-1214 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Make immediate medical decisions and act to prevent death or further disability. Provide immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization, and disposition of patients. May direct emergency medical staff in an emergency department.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Emergency Medicine Physicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merced, CA | $201,365 | $377,707 | $554,050 | $730,392 |
| Modesto, CA | $211,515 | $358,384 | $505,253 | $652,122 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $210,870 | $354,952 | $499,013 | $643,094 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $209,976 | $353,371 | $496,787 | $640,182 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $138,382 | $290,306 | $442,208 | $594,131 |
| Salinas, CA | $180,669 | $315,266 | $449,842 | $584,438 |
| Fresno, CA | $190,549 | $314,850 | $439,150 | $563,451 |
| Visalia, CA | $172,910 | $283,920 | $394,930 | $505,939 |
| Beckley, WV | $185,058 | $291,117 | $397,176 | $503,235 |
| Charleston, WV | $165,443 | $274,290 | $383,115 | $491,962 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| USACS Medical Group Ltd. | 32 | $359,840 |
| University of Pittsburgh Physicians | 16 | $214,703 |
| Travis County Emergency Physicians, PA | 10 | $540,800 |
| USACS Medical Group of Texas, PLLC | 8 | $329,992 |
| BAYHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER, INC. | 7 | $97,800 |
| Lehigh Valley Hospital INC. | 5 | $70,203 |
| Hospitalist and Emergency Services of Texas, PA | 5 | $208,308 |
| Duke University Health System | 5 | $68,969 |
| Northwest Physician Associates, P.C. | 5 | $383,972 |
| CEP America-California | 4 | $353,896 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 18 | $273,835 |
| 2023 | 31 | $352,646 |
| 2024 | 102 | $305,391 |
| 2025 | 111 | $339,749 |
| 2026 | 9 | $284,470 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 4.4 | |
| Active Listening | 4.4 | |
| Speaking | 4.2 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.2 | |
| Monitoring | 4.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 4.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 4.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Dentistry | 5.0 |
| English Language | 4.8 |
| Biology | 4.5 |
| Psychology | 4.4 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 4.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.9 |
| Education and Training | 3.7 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Other | 62.1% |
| Post-first professional | 34.5% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 3.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Analyze records, examination information, or test results to diagnose medical conditions.
- Assess patients' pain levels or sedation requirements.
- Collect and record patient information, such as medical history or examination results, in electronic or handwritten medical records.
- Communicate likely outcomes of medical diseases or traumatic conditions to patients or their representatives.
- Conduct primary patient assessments that include information from prior medical care.
- Consult with hospitalists and other professionals, such as social workers, regarding patients' hospital admission, continued observation, transition of care, or discharge.
- Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.
- Discuss patients' treatment plans with physicians and other medical professionals.
Technology Skills
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