Physician Employment Agreements

Are you encountering challenges at work? Do conflicts or an uneasy work environment leave you questioning your position? Sometimes, what seemed like an ideal role can evolve into a source of stress and dissatisfaction.

Workplace disagreements are common, and you are not alone in facing these difficulties.

As a physician, your foremost responsibility is to ensure the well-being of your patients. At the same time, you have a duty of loyalty to your employer. Striking a balance between these responsibilities can become complicated, particularly when administrative or financial pressures impact your ability to make independent, patient-focused decisions. These conflicts may arise from expectations to over- or under-treat patients or mandates to use specific services or facilities that conflict with your professional judgment. It is crucial that you can exercise sound and independent judgment in your practice without fear of retaliation or accusations of breaching your employment agreement.

Physicians should pay close attention to contractual terms that could restrict their ability to act in their patients’ best interests. For instance, clauses requiring a physician to refer his or her patient to an imaging facility owned by his or her employer, can be problematic.

Resolving Workplace Conflicts

If you are facing workplace conflicts, we can provide support by thoroughly reviewing your employment agreement. Our aim is to help you understand your obligations while ensuring your professional independence is protected. Whether you’re dealing with a dispute or seeking to renegotiate your agreement, we are here to advocate for your interests and guide you toward a resolution.

Conflicts can arise for many reasons. You may have been assigned more on-call hours than agreed upon, denied earned incentive bonuses, or left without sufficient administrative support for your practice.

Renewals and Renegotiation

Is your employment agreement nearing its end? Some physicians are surprised to discover that their agreements have a set expiration date unless proactively renewed. Employers may use these renewal periods as an opportunity to impose more demanding obligations. We can help you review your contract, clarify available renewal options, and negotiate terms that protect your interests.

Amending Employment Agreements

Regardless of the specific conflict, we will examine your agreement to determine your rights and options. Our team has extensive experience negotiating favorable outcomes, including drafting amendments to formalize new terms reached during discussions. We aim to ensure your interests are well-represented and your professional goals are achieved.

Partnership Agreements

We also provide assistance with partnership agreements and resolving disputes within medical practice groups. Many partnerships are formed without legal counsel, leaving critical issues unaddressed. A comprehensive partnership agreement should define the rights and responsibilities of all partners.