Intermountain Medical Center
Intermountain Medical Center
Intermountain Medical Center
- Medical Director: Tom Nelson (UEP since 2018)
- Enjoys skiing, mountain biking, gardening, reading Kurt Vonnegut, and IPAs when not with his two young sons.
- Facility Overview: Tertiary referral, Level 1 trauma center in Murray, ~90,000 annual patients (74 beds).
- Key Aspects: Flagship ED for Canyons Region, comprehensive resources for critical patients, diverse pathology, and strong team support. Ideal for those who thrive in fast-paced, complex environments.
- Coverage: Divided into 4 zones (Accelerated Care, Zones 1-3) with varied physician/APP coverage. PPH aims for 1.5-2.
Alta View Hospital
Intermountain Medical Center
Intermountain Medical Center
- Medical Director: Mike McLaughlin (28 years with UEP/WEPCO)
- Enjoys hiking with dogs, family travel, mountain biking, cooking, sports, and University of Utah athletics.
- Facility Overview: Level 4 trauma in Sandy, UT, ~24,000 annual patients. Community hospital with most specialties.
- Key Aspects: High elderly patient volume, 13% pediatric, no inpatient peds. Proximity to canyons leads to many ski/snowboarding accidents. Well-designed ED with low staff turnover.
- Coverage: 4 physician shifts daily, 1 APP shift. PPH 1.5-2.
Riverton Hospital
Intermountain Medical Center
Riverton Hospital
- Medical Director: Spencer Proctor (15 years with UEP)
- Enjoys golf, hiking, vacations, and is an Ohio State Buckeyes fan. Known for driving to work despite living close enough to walk.
- Facility Overview: Level 4 trauma, ~34,000 annual visits.
- Key Aspects: Historically high pediatric volume. Physicians value the fast pace, efficient environment, "bread and butter" EM, and strong staff/colleague camaraderie.
- Coverage: Physician-only, mostly 8-hour shifts. PPH averages 1.8-2.
LDS Hospital
Tele-Emergency Medicine
Riverton Hospital
- Medical Director: Caroline Vines (with UEP since 2012, Director since 2019)
- Focuses on physician advocacy and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Facility Overview: Level 4 trauma, ~20,000 annual visits. New hospital (2026) anticipates a 30% volume increase.
- Key Aspects: Strong partnership with Behavioral Health Access Center; home to the Bone Marrow Transplant team. Physicians appreciate the strong staff/consultant culture and the manageable pace.
Tele-Emergency Medicine
Tele-Emergency Medicine
Tele-Emergency Medicine
- Medical Director: Joel Taylor (17 years with UEP)
- Enjoys travel and time with family
- Service Overview: Currently supporting patient referrals from all InstaCares in the state of Utah and ConnectCare. 2026 projected call volume: >4000 calls
- Service Overview: Supporting patient referrals from all InstaCares in the state of Utah and ConnectCare. 2026 projected call volume: >4000 calls
- Coverage: Single physician, with RN and MA support. Many opportunities on the horizon for further expansion.
Mckay-Dee Hospital
Mckay-Dee Hospital
Mckay-Dee Hospital
- ED Director: Jed Southwick (9 years as Director)
- Enjoys water skiing, snow skiing, Buckeye football, and family travel. Lives in Ogden Valley near Snowbasin.
- Facility Overview: Tertiary referral, Level 2 trauma center in Ogden, UT. ~60,000 annual visits, the highest pediatric ED volume outside Primary Children's. 35 ED treatment rooms.
- Key Aspects: Community hospital with referrals from Northern Utah and Southern Idaho. Excellent collegiality among ED and specialist colleagues. A great place to see all types of patients with specialty backup in a community ED atmosphere.
- Coverage: 10 physician shifts/day, 2 APP shifts/day. Always staffed with at least 2 physicians. All 8-hour shifts. PPH averages ~1.8.
Layton Hospital
Mckay-Dee Hospital
Mckay-Dee Hospital
- ED Director: Cabe Clark (3 years as Director)
- Enjoys wake surfing, dirt biking, hiking, backpacking, and fishing; eager to connect for outdoor adventures.
- Facility Overview: Community hospital in Layton, UT, ~32,000 annual patients (20% pediatric), increasing volumes. 26 ED beds, 43 inpatient beds.
- Key Aspects: Exceptional team environment and highly praised nursing staff and CCTs. A diverse patient mix offers a rewarding practice.
- Staffing: 5 physician and 2 APP shifts/24 hrs, 8-hour shifts. Average PPH 1.8. Staffing handles peak evening volumes effectively.
Bear River Valley Hospital
Bear River Valley Hospital
Bear River Valley Hospital
- Medical Director: Dr. Jonathan Gochnour (Director since 2025). Lives in Cache Valley with wife and four kids; enjoys boating, snowmobiling, and pack trips with four horses.
- Facility Overview: Level IV trauma center in Tremonton, UT, off I-15. Serves a large catchment area in Box Elder County and Southern Idaho. Features six ED beds and ten inpatient medical beds.
- Key Aspects: Rural feel with limited nurse turnover. Appreciated by staff and administration for having board-certified EM physicians. Utilizes telemedicine to manage admitted patients and minimize transfers.
- Coverage: 24-hour physician coverage with 12-to-24-hour shifts (24-hour preferred). Occasional solo APP coverage, supported by local FM physicians. Plans for daily mid-shift APP coverage.
Cassia Regional Hospital
Bear River Valley Hospital
Bear River Valley Hospital
- Medical Director: Dr. Taryn Collins (Director for 2 years). Married with four kids; enjoys e-bike rides, hunting, snowmobiling, and skiing.
- Facility Overview: Critical access hospital in Burley, ID, located on the Snake River.
- Key Aspects: Tight-knit group of 4 physicians and 2 APPs. Known as the go-to service for critical care, seeing a wide variety of trauma and pathology despite being a smaller hospital. Offers excellent work-life balance and access to world-class hunting, fishing, skiing, and water sports.
- Coverage: 24-hour physician shifts with nighttime APP support. Staffed with 3 nurses at all times and a support tech during the swing shift.