Emergent Care Associates INC

With over three decades of service, EMA has expanded to operate across 30+ sites throughout the Western United States, managing approximately 26 emergency departments according to Ivy Clinicians. The organization partners with hospitals to create more efficient emergency departments with a focus on patient satisfaction and quality of care. EMA's corporate headquarters is located in El Segundo, CA, with operations extending to the Long Beach area. The organization's founding physicians have been active in emergency department administration, legislative advocacy, regulatory concerns, and community involvement, building a reputation for excellence in emergency care management. For nursing professionals, EMA offers opportunities in emergency and urgent care settings, with roles that involve working in fast-paced, high-acuity environments. The job descriptions indicate part-time opportunities for nurse practitioners in urgent care, particularly covering weekends and holidays during peak service hours, suggesting flexible scheduling options for those seeking non-traditional hours.

EMA's mission centers on providing emergency medical care to California communities while ensuring that the 'safety net' of emergency departments remains available and patient rights are protected. Their values emphasize patient satisfaction, quality of care, efficiency in emergency department operations, physician leadership, legislative and political advocacy, regulatory engagement, community involvement, and protecting the patient experience. The organization is nationally recognized for its advocacy efforts in maintaining emergency care access.