Physician Contract Guide: How to Review Your Employment Agreement

A step-by-step guide to reviewing a physician employment contract. Learn which clauses matter most, what red flags to look for, and how to approach negotiation before you sign.

What Every Physician Contract Should Cover

• Compensation structure — base salary, RVU incentives, quality bonuses
• Benefits — health insurance, CME allowance, PTO, retirement match
• Malpractice insurance type (occurrence vs. claims-made) and tail coverage
• Non-compete clause — geographic scope, duration, and enforceability
• Termination provisions — without-cause notice period and for-cause definitions
• Call schedule and after-hours obligations