Orthopedics Physician

Baptist Health Medical Group is seeking BC/BE trained Orthopedic Surgeons to join our collegial Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine team in Paducah, KY

• New practice opportunity
• Well established regional referral base, including direct referrals from Sports Medicine physicians
• Good mid-level support staff
• Blocked OR time
• Robotics
• Diagnostics in clinic
• Limited call schedule
• Provide Orthopedic Surgery services in only one location

Joining this practice offers diverse clinical experiences with a wide range of orthopedic patients. Help build a regional practice. The practice will have a solid referral base, ensuring professional stability.

The clinic offers a flexible schedule with physicians working four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic.

The preferred orthopedic physician candidate is a team player who is passionate about treating orthopedic conditions. They should be willing to take call one week a month, demonstrating their commitment to comprehensive patient care and support for their colleagues. This candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment contributing to the overall success and growth of the practice.
Baptist Health Paducah Hospital is a 373-bed regional medical and referral center, serving about 350,000 patients a year from four states. The hospital provides a full range of services, including cardiac and cancer care, diagnostic imaging, women s and children s services, surgery, emergency treatment, rehabilitation, transitional care, weight management and wound care. The main campus covers eight square blocks, plus off-site outpatient rehab, occupational medicine, primary care, school clinics, imaging and lab. Overall, Baptist Hospital Paducah offers 20 points of care to make healthcare more convenient for area residents. Baptist Health Paducah has over 1300 employees, making it one of the region s largest employers; and over 365 physicians representing more than 40 medical specialties.

Recruitment Incentives

• Competitive compensation and benefits package - Up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives including starting bonus, student loan repayment, residency/fellowship stipend, relocation/moving allowance, CME allowance and malpractice insurance/tail coverage provided
• Two-year income guarantee with opportunity for additional productivity and quality bonuses
• Generous time off to encourage good work life balance
• Complimentary Professional Student Loan Debt Repayment Advising
• PSLF Eligible Employer
• Physician Mentorship Pathway for growth and development
• EPIC (Gold Star 9 level)- electronic health record system integrated throughout all hospital and practice locations
• Advanced Technology capabilities including DAX
• Immigration support by experienced Immigration attorney, if needed; visas processed through Delta Regional Authority

• Paducah's population is about 95,000 residents
• Paducah is a United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designed Creative City in the field of Crafts and Folks Art (1 of 2 in the United States)
• Trendy downtown with unique restaurants, shops, and farmer s market
• Easy access to state parks, including two of the nation s largest man-made lakes (Lake Barkley and Land Between the Lakes) offering boating, fishing, and hiking
• Great outdoor activities in the Paducah area: Visit Kentucky Lake
• $44 million Performing Arts Center which houses Broadway shows and concerts
• Nationally recognized artist district
• Named one of the Top 100 Communities for Young People which starts with excellent public and private schools
• Nashville, TN is a 2-hour drive and St. Louis, MO is a 2.5-hour drive
• Recognized as the US capitol of quilting
• Barkley Regional Airport - jet service to Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL and Houston, TX