Physician Employment Agreements: Problem Areas that can be Landmines

Physician employment agreements are foundational to a smooth working relationship—but when poorly written or misunderstood, they can lead to significant disputes. This session will walk you through the most problematic clauses often found in these contracts, shedding light on how unclear terms can result in legal and operational issues for both the physician and the employer.

We’ll explore key components such as termination clauses, non-compete agreements, compensation structures, physician responsibilities, and on-call requirements. By the end of this webinar, participants will better understand how to review, interpret, and negotiate these agreements to prevent misunderstandings and protect long-term interests.

Why You Should Attend:

Employment agreements are more than just paperwork—they define the legal rights, duties, and expectations of both parties in a professional relationship. While everything may seem straightforward when the agreement is signed, unexpected events or changes in circumstance can lead to confusion or conflict if the contract isn’t clear and comprehensive.

This session will help you identify vague or risky contract language and highlight the provisions that require close attention. You’ll gain clarity on how to safeguard yourself or your organization through well-crafted terms and avoid some of the most common mistakes made in physician contracts.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how to interpret the language used in physician employment contracts

• Discover common errors made by both physicians and employers in drafting and reviewing agreements

• Understand how to identify and avoid contract clauses that could lead to future complications

• Gain practical strategies to protect your interests and reduce legal and operational risks

Topics We’ll Cover:

• Key terms to evaluate in physician contracts

• How ambiguous language can lead to future disputes

• Commonly misunderstood provisions and how to clarify them

• Employment term, termination clauses, and “termination for cause”

• Non-compete and restrictive covenants: what to watch for

• Physician duties and on-call expectations

• Compensation structures and what they really mean

Who Should Attend:

• Hospital Executives (CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CMOs, CNOs)

• Physicians entering or renegotiating employment contracts

• Physician Group Leaders and Practice Managers

• Legal Professionals and Attorneys working with physicians or healthcare facilities