MEDS EM/HM Apprenticeship
MEDS is proud to be an approved Department of Defense SkillBridge partner, offering transitioning service members hands-on clinical experience across our multi-state network of hospitals. This program is designed for military physicians and advanced practice providers seeking a structured, supportive entry into civilian practice while continuing to serve communities in need.Why Choose SkillBridge with MEDS?Support Community Health Where It Matters MostOur clinicians play a vital role in strengthening community health across rural and semi-rural regions. Many of our partner hospitals are designated Critical Access Hospitals, providing essential medical services to patients who often have limited access to care. SkillBridge participants gain firsthand experience delivering impactful, community-focused medicine—work that is both clinically rewarding and mission-driven.Experience a Variety of Emergency Department Practice SettingsMEDS offers exposure to a broad spectrum of emergency care environments, ensuring a well-rounded transition into civilian medicine:• Critical Access Emergency Departments and Inpatient Medicine with lower volumes, broad-scope practice, and meaningful autonomy• Community Emergency Departments with moderate volumes, collaborative teams, and strong APP/nursing support and Inpatient Medicine• Regional ED settings offering higher acuity exposure and advanced resources with services lines for ED, Inpatient, and Intensivist• Integrated practice models that connect Emergency Medicine, Hospitalist, and Intensivist teamsThis range of experience prepares SkillBridge participants for future roles in diverse clinical settings across the country!MEDS is a physician-led clinical staffing organization dedicated to providing high-quality emergency medicine, hospitalist, and critical care services across community and rural hospitals. With more than four decades of experience supporting Critical Access Hospitals and regional medical centers, MEDS focuses on building strong clinical teams, improving patient access, and strengthening healthcare delivery in underserved areas. Our leadership team includes practicing physicians who are actively involved in day-to-day operations, ensuring a supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven environment for all clinicians. We take pride in offering meaningful opportunities for providers to make a real impact while enjoying well-structured practice settings and a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and clinical excellence.